Building Engineer: Systems & Maintenance Lead

CBRE Group, Inc.; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. in Hartford, CT is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems including plumbing, electrical, heating, and cooling. The role supports preventive maintenance and safety compliance in a dynamic facilities team.

Responsibilities include energy management, safe handling of hazardous materials, and guiding others while ensuring operations meet design specs and client requirements. MS Office proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 4–5 years related experience.
• Universal CFC certification is preferred.
• Certifications/licenses may be required by local/state jurisdictions.
• Prior shift management or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems.
• Comply with 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.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school diploma (optional)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. in Hartford, CT is seeking a Building Engineer to monitor, maintain, and repair building systems including plumbing, electrical, heating, and cooling. The role supports preventive maintenance and safety compliance in a dynamic facilities team.

Responsibilities include energy management, safe handling of hazardous materials, and guiding others while ensuring operations meet design specs and client requirements. MS Office proficiency is expected.