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Union Building Engineer

AT CBRE
CBRE

Union Building Engineer

Secaucus, NJ

CBRE Data Center Solutions delivers fully converged real estate, facilities and technology solutions for data center owners, occupiers and investors across the globe. As a dedicated business line within CBRE, we are committed to solving sophisticated challenges within every stage of the data center lifecycle: whether you are looking to develop, build, buy, sell, or run and modernize one data center or an entire portfolio.

About the role:

  • This role applies advance skills to perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs in a Data Center operation. Oversight of electrical and mechanical systems, including but not limited to: Universal Power Supply (UPS) systems, generators, chillers, Electrical Distribution, HVAC systems, Building Management Systems (BMS) systems, and CMMS Work Dispatching.

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What you'll do:

  • Perform daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering (M&E) systems and technical equipment, including servicing and maintenance.
  • Under close supervision, complete assigned work according to established processes and procedures in accordance with CBRE's Environment, Health and Safety Policy - ensuring all safety processes and PPE requirements are followed. Also, ensure all regulatory requirements and quality standards are met.
  • Coordinate third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with CBRE's developed processes, procedures, and all applicable laws/regulations.
  • Accompany vendors on site visits on an as needed basis, and ensure site standards are met.
  • Help build and develop work processes, Job Hazard Analysis reports, and SOPs for critical work with risk assessment. Ensure that CERM documents and logbooks are updated.
  • Complete all required training in order to ensure successful completion of all job-related responsibilities.

What you'll need:

  • High School Diploma/GED required, and a minimum of four years of related experience and/or trade school training.
  • Knowledge of emergency response/standby/call out activities and protocols. Background in either HVAC or Electrical, preferred.
  • Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor.

Why CBRE?

Join our team! By joining CBRE, you'll have the support and resources of a global firm where an ambitious mind-set is supported. You will also be eligible for amazing benefits such as health, dental, vision, and matching 401k. We also offer adoption assistance, paid parental leave, and much more.

At CBRE, we believe we possess an encouraging environment where integrity, service and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

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. We also provide reasonable accommodations, as needed, throughout the job application process. If you have a disability that inhibits your ability to apply for a position through our online application process, you may contact us via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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.

Client-provided location(s): Secaucus, NJ, USA
Job ID: CBRE-192641
Employment Type: Full Time