Fabric Technician

CBRE Local UK; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is seeking a Fabric Technician in Coventry to provide proactive and reactive building maintenance services. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and 1-2 years of experience. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, inspections, and supporting engineering staff. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This role requires the ability to lift and carry heavy items and has a focus on customer care.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of job-related experience.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repairs on facilities.
• Inspect new or existing installations for compliance with building codes.
• Assist engineering staff with a wide range of duties.

Skills

Customer care

Preventive maintenance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

As a CBRE Fabric Technician, you will be responsible for proactive and reactive building maintenance and repair services for client contracts. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Support clients in an efficient and courteous manner, with a strong focus on customer care.
• Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repairs on facilities.
• Assist with the installation and modification of building equipment and systems.
• Inspect new or existing installations for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Assist engineering staff in a wide range of duties as required. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co‑workers, and supervisors.
• Take measures to ensure that all systems are operating in the most efficient manner.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 years of job‑related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Valid Driver’s license required.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.