Apprentice Engineer: Hands-On Building Systems Technician

CBRE Group, Inc.; Lisle (IL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Union Apprentice Engineer to perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, and equipment.

This role is part of the Engineering and Technical Services function, providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. Responsibilities include inspecting building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing), overseeing contractors, performing repairs, documenting work orders, and maintaining lighting, welding,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school with 1–2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives.
• Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing.
• Oversee outside contractors performing landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbers, and cleaning.
• Perform and record assigned repairs as well as emergency and preventive maintenance.
• Review, evaluate, and complete assigned work orders.
• Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
• Perform welding, carpentry, furniture assembly, and locksmith tasks.
• Follow existing procedures to solve straightforward problems with limited discretion.
• Deliver output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED / Trade school

Tools

Local 94 Union Operator license

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Union Apprentice Engineer to perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, and equipment.

This role is part of the Engineering and Technical Services function, providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. Responsibilities include inspecting building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing), overseeing contractors, performing repairs, documenting work orders, and maintaining lighting, welding,