Facilities Maintenance Technician - Industrial

CBRE Group, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. in San Jose is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep facilities running smoothly. You will perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and support building systems to ensure reliability.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1-2 years of related experience, physical capability, and basic MS Office skills. You will work a 12-hour shift with a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 years of related experience.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs and performing physical activities.
• Able to follow standard work routines and communicate clearly.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organized approach with an inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Inspect and diagnose issues, implement repairs, and document results.
• Assist with installation and modification of equipment and systems.
• Review work orders and track completion with available systems.
• Support energy management and ensure systems operate efficiently.
• Ensure installations comply with codes and safety regulations.
• Communicate information clearly and follow defined procedures under supervision.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical repair

Electrical systems

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school diploma (optional)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Fix. Maintain. Power the Workplace.

Be the expert who keeps buildings and systems running smoothly. As a CBRE Maintenance Technician, you’ll handle repairs, perform preventive maintenance, and respond fast when things go down — all while supporting world-class facilities.

12-hour Schedule

Sun-Tues and every other Wed, 5:45am-6:15pm

What You’ll Do:

• Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and other building systems.
• Conduct routine maintenance inspections, diagnose potential problems, and make repairs.
• Assist with the installation and modification of building equipment and systems.
• Review assigned work orders and partner with available systems to track completion.
• Support energy management by ensuring all building systems are operating efficiently.
• Inspect existing installations for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems. Exchange straightforward information in a clear, concise manner.
• Impact team through defined duties, methods and tasks as described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 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 follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

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

Why CBRE?

We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in!

• Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, holiday pay, and more
• Competitive pay
• Work/Life balance: 40-45 hours a week
• Internal advancement opportunities after 6 months

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.

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