Building Engineer - New York City

CBRE

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Barista service
On-site dining
Premium daytime hours
High-profile workspace

Job summary

CBRE in Midtown Manhattan is seeking a skilled Building Maintenance Engineer to keep corporate facilities operating at peak performance. You will apply a broad range of maintenance skills across building systems and perform preventive maintenance. This daytime role runs 6:00 AM–3:00 PM with a modern workspace and on-site amenities.

4–5 years of related experience and ability to lift 50 lbs are required. Join CBRE's Engineering & Technical Services to drive reliability, safety, and efficient

Qualifications

  • 4–5 years of job-related experience.
  • Ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs or more.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Assign work orders and estimate time and materials for repairs.
  • Perform maintenance and repairs to buildings, plumbing, structural, and lighting systems.
  • Comply with codes, regulations, and safety directives.
  • Develop an energy management program to improve efficiency.
  • Oversee and inspect work by outside contractors.
  • Implement preventive maintenance to meet or exceed rated life.

Skills

Painting/patching
Carpentry
Roofing
Electrical
Plumbing
Preventive maintenance
Troubleshooting
Energy management
Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

About the Role:

Are you a self-starter who takes pride in keepingbuildings operating at their best? CBRE is seeking a well-rounded BuildingMaintenance Engineer to support a Corporate HQ in Midtown Manhattan. Thisrole is ideal for an experienced facilities professional who enjoys workingindependently, solving problems, and applying a broad range of maintenanceskills across building systems.

Enjoy premium daytime hours (6:00 AM – 3:00 PM) withno overnight schedule, along with exceptional workplace amenitiesincluding complimentary barista service, on-site dining options, and amodern, high-profile work environment .

In this role, you'll apply a broad range of maintenance and repair skills across building systems, including painting/patching,carpentry,roofing, and Electrical and plumbing . As part of CBRE's Engineering & Technical Services team, you'll perform preventivemaintenance, troubleshoot issues, and help ensure the facility remains safe,efficient, and operating at peak performance.

What You’ll Do:
  • Assign work orders and estimate the time and materialsneeded to complete repairs. Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies andtools.
  • Perform maintenance and repairs to buildings, plumbing,structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and lighting systems. Keep facilityand building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
  • Comply with all applicable codes, regulations,governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations andwork safety.
  • Develop an energy management program. Ensure all systemsoperate in the most efficient manner.
  • Oversee and inspect the work performed by outsidecontractors. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients,co-workers, and/or supervisors.
  • Direct the implementation of a preventive maintenanceprogram to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed theirrated life. Perform repairs and emergency maintenance as needed.
  • Review and sign off on inspections of building systemsincluding fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipmentis within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribedby the client.
  • Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, bettermethods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
  • Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depthknowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
  • Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertisein most or all areas within the function.
  • Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistentwith CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others,often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point ofview.
  • Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project,or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided byfunctional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
  • Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/oroperational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
  • Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the abilityto influence.
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.
  • 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.

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

WhyCBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial realestate 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 diverseperspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have theopportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome allapplicants.

Applicant AI UseDisclosure

Wevalue 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.

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

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the position $38.00 per hour and the maximum salary for the position is or $48.00 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.

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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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

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