Bldg Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems across 4–6 locations within a ~20‑mile radius. You will manage HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general upkeep with a company vehicle and equipment provided.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and energy management while serving as a technical lead and mentor within the team. Expect on‑call duties and a Monday–Friday schedule with early or late start options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school with 4–5 years of related experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred and local licenses as required.
• Must meet physical requirements including lifting 50 lbs+ and climbing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and mathematical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems.
• Ensure building operations comply with codes and safety regulations.
• Maintain energy management to keep systems efficient.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs and emergency repairs.
• Follow policies for hazardous materials handling and safe storage.
• Inspect fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing for proper operation.
• Apply standard procedures to complex tasks and provide solutions.
• Coach team members and share knowledge across disciplines.
• Model CBRE RISE values and foster consensus within teams.
• Support cross-team activities and operate within established guidelines.
• Explain complex information clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Preventive maintenance

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Universal CFC certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

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.

This role will be responsible for HVAC, Electrical and all general building maintenance covering 4 - 6 locations with in an approximate 20 - mile radius. A company vehicle will be provided along with gas card, phone, tablet, uniforms, PPE, annual boot allowance and all tools needed to do the job are provided.

Hours are Monday - Friday with the ability to start as early as 6:30am or as late as 9:00am. There will be some on call required.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Inspection of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Universal CFC certification is preferred. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions. Prior shift management or supervisory experience preferred.
• 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 exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people.

• Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
• Internal advancement available after 6-month mark
• Work/life balance
• Competitive Pay

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.