High Voltage Electrical Supervisor

CBRE; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE is seeking an Electrical Supervisor to lead a high-performing team in a Silicon Valley facility. You’ll manage preventive maintenance, oversee complex repairs, and coach technicians in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

You’ll read schematics, ensure codes are met, and drive operational improvements while modeling CBRE’s RISE values. Strong supervisory experience and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 5–8 years of related experience.
• Shift supervisory/leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to read schematics and interpret electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Create work schedules for the electrical staff.
• Inspect and assess work to ensure on-time completion and code compliance.
• Read and interpret design schematics for proper installations.
• Troubleshoot major complex system failures and equipment malfunctions.
• Oversee purchasing and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Coach others to develop expertise across the function.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Mathematical ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

Lead. Mentor. Innovate. Power the future.

As an Electrical Supervisor with CBRE, you'll lead a high-performing electrical team supporting one of Silicon Valley's most advanced technology facilities. From managing preventive maintenance programs and overseeing complex repairs to coaching technicians and driving operational improvements, you'll have the opportunity to influence both people and performance in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

What You’ll Do

• Create work schedules for the electrical staff.
• Inspect and assess the work done by the electrical staff. Ensure work is completed on schedule and to code.
• Read and interpret design schematics to ensure the proper installation of electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot major complex system failures and equipment malfunctions.
• Assist the team with repairing and maintaining electrical equipment.
• Oversee the purchasing and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
• Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
• Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams.
• Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
• Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• 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.
• The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
• Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat 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?

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, PTO, 401k match, paid holidays and more...
• Internal advancement available after 6-month mark
• Work/Life Balance: 40-45 hours a week

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.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Electrician Supervisor position is $130,000 annually and the maximum salary is $140,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

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).