Building Engineer (Denton, Tx)

CBRE; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Building Engineer for a major hospital campus in Denton, TX. You will maintain and troubleshoot commercial HVAC systems, oversee preventive maintenance, and ensure safety and energy efficiency across critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities include handling general maintenance tasks, managing work orders, and ensuring regulatory compliance while upholding CBRE RISE values and delivering top-tier service to hospital clients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school with 4-5 years of related experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred; licenses may be required by local/state jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in maintaining and troubleshooting commercial HVAC systems.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and meet physical requirements of the role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Prioritize maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC infrastructure (rooftop units and controls).
• Perform general maintenance tasks including plumbing, drywall, painting, and lighting ballast replacements.
• Execute preventive maintenance schedules and emergency repairs to meet service life expectations.
• Manage and complete work orders with proper documentation and resolution.
• Maintain and repair mechanical, structural, furniture, fire/life safety, and control systems to meet codes and safety regulations.
• Participate in the site's energy management program to optimize efficiency.
• Adhere to policies for hazardous materials and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Apply standard principles to complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Lead by example and promote CBRE RISE values while building consensus.

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of essential building infrastructure across our large-scale hospital campus in Denton, TX. We are seeking a proactive, technically skilled professional with a strong background in commercial HVAC systems and a commitment to operational excellence.

In this position, you will serve as a key contributor for facilities maintenance needs, requiring a balance of technical expertise and the interpersonal skills necessary to provide top-tier service to our hospital clients.

What You’ll Do:

• Prioritize the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical HVAC infrastructure, including rooftop units and associated controls.

• Perform a wide range of general maintenance tasks, including plumbing repairs, drywall work, painting, and lighting ballast replacements.

• Execute both routine preventive maintenance schedules and emergency repairs to ensure building machinery and systems meet or exceed their expected service life.

• Efficiently manage and complete assigned work orders, ensuring documentation and resolution meet department standards.

• Maintain and repair mechanical, structural, furniture, fire/life safety, and control systems to ensure the facility adheres to all relevant building codes and safety regulations.

• Actively participate in the site’s energy management program to ensure all building systems operate at peak efficiency.

• Strictly adhere to departmental policies regarding the storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment at all times.

• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.

• 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.

• Demonstrated technical expertise in maintaining and troubleshooting commercial HVAC systems.

• 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.

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

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.

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.

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 Affiliation Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)