Facilities Management Technical Advisor

Colliers International; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k match

PTO 18 days

12 paid holidays

Parental bonding leave

Job summary

Colliers International is seeking a Technical Advisor to provide expert consulting on commercial kitchen equipment, including HVAC, electrical and building systems. The role emphasizes equipment trends, root-cause analysis, and hands-on training for restaurant operators.

The position entails travel to client sites (Chicago, St. Louis, Indianapolis region) and significant work-from-home time within a hybrid model. Strong certifications and MS Office proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• CFESA, EPA, or equivalent certifications.
• Strong commercial kitchen equipment knowledge.
• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and water treatment knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Teamwork aptitude.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Self-motivation for ongoing skill development.
• Travel up to 50% requirement.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand equipment service manuals, schematics, and specs.
• Communicate with restaurant Operators, internal departments, and external vendors.
• Provide technical leadership and training when needed.
• Coach restaurant support teams on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Support in leveraging manufacturers to define root causes with trends.
• Translate technical info for non-technical audiences.
• Develop knowledge of restaurant equipment and building systems.
• Understand system-wide interactions and effects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Water treatment

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

GENERAL SCOPE:

The Technical Advisor is part of the Quality and Performance team and will be providing professional restaurant equipment technical consulting and support to various groups throughout the organization, defining root causes for trending and systemic kitchen equipment issues – primarily focusing on commercial cooking and refrigeration equipment, HVAC, control systems, and electrical systems. You will also have common technical knowledge on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and associated components. The Quality and Performance team is tasked with continuously monitoring, measuring, analyzing, and optimizing the performance of existing assets to discover defects, improve reliability, reduce costs, and decrease equipment downtime.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Successfully read and understand equipment service manuals, schematics, and specifications. Effectively communicate with restaurant Operators, cross-functional internal departments, and external vendors. Provide technical leadership and support to key stakeholders, including training when necessary. Effectively coach and encourage restaurant support teams on proper kitchen equipment operation and maintenance. Provide support in leveraging manufacturers to define root causes with trending issues. Transfer technical knowledge and information to non-technical people effectively in both written and verbal form. Develop personal knowledge of restaurant equipment and building systems outside your area of expertise, including how the various components function within the overall restaurant environments. Understand the overall functionality of the equipment and building as a system and be able to think multi-dimensionally about the cause and effect each system has on the other. Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma. CFESA, EPA, or equivalent industry-recognized certifications. Strong commercial kitchen equipment knowledge. Experience / Knowledge in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and water treatment. Effective communication skills. Teamwork aptitude. Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT). Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects. Self-motivated for continuous improvement of personal skills and knowledge. Ability to travel – 50%. While this position is listed as work from home, there will be significant time in client restaurants

Pursuant to local law, Colliers Facility Solutions is disclosing the following information:

Area/Location Specific: Work from Home in Chicago, St. Louis or Indianapolis. Travel to various restaurants within that region on a regular basis.

Approximate Compensation Range for this Role: $90,000 - $115,000

Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all national locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are provided options for employer subsidized medical benefits including RX, dental, vision as well as employer paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short-term / long-term disability.

Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes an employer match.

Employees will also receive 18 PTO days annually.

Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Employees may also be permitted up to 2 weeks of paid parental bonding leave depending on eligibility criteria.

Individuals may be eligible for different or additional benefits under applicable state law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre‑employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

We are enterprising. Our expert advice to property occupiers, owners and investors leads the industry into the future. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. What sets us apart is not what we do, but how we do it. Our people are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results. What’s more, our global reach maximizes the potential of property, wherever our clients do business. At Colliers, we accelerate success.

Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.