Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) - Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.
In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our best-in-class services, which include ESG, security consulting, workplace strategy, and workplace experience.
JOB SUMMARY
As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will monitor, maintain, and repair building system operations and perform various areas, including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They support preventive maintenance and repair of equipment and systems.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- We align with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and Company directives related to building operations and work safety
- Inspects building systems, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to ensure equipment operation is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client
- Coordinates and inspects the work performed by outside contractors
- Contracted work includes landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbers, and cleaning
- Performs assigned repairs and emergency and preventive maintenance-complete maintenance and repair records
- Reviews assigned work orders. Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair-orders materials and supplies to finish the tasks
- Maintains an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems most efficiently to keep operating costs at a minimum & maintains the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job efficiently, an individual must satisfactorily perform each duty. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform job functions.
EDUCATION
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of four years of related experience and/or trade school training. A combination of experience and education will be considered in lieu of a diploma.
CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSES
- Universal CFC certification is preferred. Additional certification in one or more of the following: electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry, or engine repair. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Uses personal computer and/or PDA for work order system, email, ESS, and training
- Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook
- Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
SAFETY
Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. This includes but is not limited to the following:
- Finish the required and assigned safety training at a satisfactory level
- Follow all activity policies and procedures, including all safety-related requirements, at all times
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
Washington Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Building Engineer position is $105,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Building Engineer position is $120,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
CBRE GWS
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.
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