Building Engineer

CBRE; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems, including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, to ensure optimal performance. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and energy management in a dynamic facility environment.

You will work with cross-functional teams to meet safety, reliability, and client expectations while following CBRE policies. This is an on-site position located in Farmington, CT.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 4–5 years of related experience or combination of education/experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred and licenses as required by local/state regulations.
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, fire safety, and control systems.
• Ensure facility systems comply with codes and safety regulations.
• Maintain an energy management program for efficient operation.
• Implement preventive maintenance to extend equipment life and perform emergency repairs.
• Follow policies for hazardous materials storage, handling, and disposal.
• Review inspections of building systems to meet design specifications and client enviroconditions.
• Apply standard principles to complex tasks and provide practical solutions.
• Coach teammates and share knowledge across disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and promote CBRE RISE values in daily operations.
• Impact customer, operational or service activities within teams and adjacent groups.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Math skills

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma

Tools

Universal CFC certification

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.

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.

• Review inspection to 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 youjoin CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estateservices and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamicproblem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significantimpact. 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 tochart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

OurValues in Hiring

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

Disclaimers

Applicantsmust be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need forvisa sponsorship now or in the future.

ApplicantAI Use Disclosure

We valuehuman interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills andaspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiringdecisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the applicationand interview process.

AboutCBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 andS&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercialreal estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The companyhas more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees)serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through fourbusiness segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgageserving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management,property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (programmanagement, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments(investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

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 [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

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