Building Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Building Engineer to operate, maintain, and repair critical building systems at a premier healthcare facility. The role focuses on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and comfortable environments for patients, staff, and visitors.

The position offers a consistent Monday–Friday day shift with overtime potential. The candidate should have 4–5 years of relevant experience and a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems.
• Comply with applicable codes, regulations, and safety directives.
• Maintain an energy management program and ensure efficient system operation.
• Assist with implementing preventive maintenance and emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow policies for safe storage and disposal of hazardous materials and keep a clean workplace.
• Review building systems to ensure operation within design capabilities and environmental requirements.
• Apply knowledge to accomplish complex tasks and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share knowledge within the function.
• Lead by example and build consensus to reach agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and explain difficult information to stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role:

Join CBRE as a Building Engineer supporting a premier healthcare facility where your expertise helps create a safe, reliable, and comfortable environment for patients, staff, and visitors. In this role, you'll be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of critical building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment. You'll play a key role in keeping facility operations running smoothly while working alongside a talented team in a mission-driven healthcare setting.

This position offers a consistent Monday-Friday day shift schedule with the opportunity for overtime, providing both stability and the potential for additional earnings. CBRE is committed to investing in its people through industry-leading training, career advancement opportunities, and a strong culture of safety and teamwork. If you're a hands-on problem solver who takes pride in maintaining world-class facilities and wants to build a long-term career with a global leader, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

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 inpsection 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.

• Valid Drivers License

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services that help businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact! Our collaborative environment is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service, and excellence, and we value the varied perspectives, backgrounds, and skills of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your full potential!

Disclaimers

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

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.

These updates reflect our commitment to clarity, inclusivity, and a consistent candidate experience across all postings.

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.

• CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Building Engineer position is $33.65 and the maximum salary for the Building Engineer position is 39.90. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
• This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

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).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmitive Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)