Bldg Engineer - Data Center Night Shift

CBRE HV; Nebraska; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems across plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling and related areas. You will perform rounds, oversee third‑party vendors, and ensure compliance with data center standards and SOPs.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years in critical environment operations, EPA refrigerant certification, and strong BMS/EPMS skills. The role requires flexible schedules to support 24/7 operations and adherence to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5+ years of experience in critical environment operations, within tiered data centers, critical hospitals, or equivalent facilities.
• EPA Refrigerant certification, licensed electrician/HVAC credentials, or equivalent military training (e.g., US Navy Nuke).
• Strong proficiency in operating and managing Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS).

Responsibilities

• Rounds & Tours: perform routine site rounds and facility tours to inspect MEP systems and identify potential failures.
• Operations & Maintenance: maintain, troubleshoot, and repair critical equipment and oversee third‑party vendors while ensuring data center standards.
• Procedure Execution: review and execute MOP, SOP, and ESOP documents during routine or emergency ops.
• Technical Excellence: leverage knowledge of power infrastructure (UPS, generators, switchgear) and cooling systems to drive ops.
• Incident & Escalation Management: follow policies for incident reporting and escalate critical issues to Site Lead or management.
• Safety & Training: complete safety and technical training modules and ensure site staff safety and OSHA compliance.

Skills

Critical environment operations

BMS (Building Management Systems)

EPMS (Electrical Power Monitoring)

HVAC operations

Data center experience

Education

EPA Refrigerant Certification

Licensed Electrician/HVAC credentials

US Navy Nuke / equivalent military training

Tools

BMS software

EPMS software

Job description

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.

What You’ll Do:

Rounds & Tours: Perform routine site rounds and facility tours to inspect mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, identifying potential points of failure before they impact operations.

Operations & Maintenance: Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair critical equipment. Oversee third-party vendors during specialized maintenance and repairs to ensure strict adherence to data center standards.

Procedure Execution: Review, update, and flawlessly execute Method of Procedure (MOP), Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), and Emergency Standard Operating Procedure (ESOP) documents during routine or emergency operations.

Technical Excellence: Utilize your deep knowledge of power infrastructure (UPS, generators, switchgear) and mechanical cooling systems (chillers, CRAHs, cooling towers) to drive operational excellence.

Incident & Escalation Management: Adhere strictly to corporate policies for incident reporting, and promptly elevate critical facility issues to the Site Lead or appropriate tier management.

Safety & Training: Complete all required safety and technical training modules. Actively monitor the safety of site staff and contractors, ensuring total compliance with OSHA and critical environment safety guidelines.

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. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. 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. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

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.

Disclaimers

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

Qualifications

What You’ll Need:

Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5+ years of experience in critical environment operations, specifically within tiered data centers, critical hospitals, or high-reliability industrial plants.

Education/Certifications: Universal EPA Refrigerant certification, licensed electrician/HVAC credentials, or equivalent military training (e.g., US Navy Nuke).

Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in operating and managing Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS).

Availability: Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, shift coverage, to support a 24/7/365 operational model.

Additional Information

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