HVAC Building Maintenance Engineer - Lexington, MA

CBRE; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

PTO & 401k

Job summary

CBRE's Global Life Sciences campus in Lexington, MA seeks a hands-on HVAC-focused technician to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize complex building systems across multiple sites including Cambridge and North Reading. Standout GMP environment, with a shift starting at 6:00 or 7:00 AM, and company-provided vehicle for travel.

You will perform preventive maintenance, system tests, and repairs to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient facility operations while supporting professional

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience.
• EPA Universal required.
• Experience with Maximo or similar work order system.
• Meet the physical requirements (stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting 50 lbs).
• Ability to exercise judgment based on multiple information sources.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills (percentages, fractions, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Assign tasks to team members and ensure timely completion.
• Install, repair, adjust, service and maintain HVAC, controls, and related equipment.
• Inspect and maintain HVAC equipment for proper operation and code compliance.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and determine best corrective action.
• Apply standard principles to accomplish complex assignments and provide solutions.
• Coach others and share expertise across related disciplines.
• Lead by example and align with CBRE RISE values.
• Impact customer, operations, and project activities within teams.
• Respond to Work Orders in a CMMS.

Skills

Math skills

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; trade school

EPA Universal certification

Tools

Maximo

Job description

About the Role

Take your HVAC career to the next level with CBRE at aworld-class Global Life Sciences campus in Lexington, MA. This is anopportunity to work in a high-profile, mission-critical GMP environment, wherethe reliability of building systems directly supports cutting-edge scientificresearch and innovation.

In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for theoperation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of complex commercialHVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems. You'll perform preventivemaintenance, system performance testing, and repairs that ensure facilityoperations remain safe, compliant, and efficient.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out?

Life Sciences Environment

Work within a sophisticated GMP-regulated facility supporting one of the mostinnovative industries in Massachusetts.

Flexible Day Shift Schedule

Enjoy work-life balance with flexible start times beginning at 6:00 AM or 7:00AM.

Regional Site Exposure

Support facilities in Lexington, Cambridge, and North Reading, providingvariety in your workday while utilizing a company-provided site vehicle fortravel between locations.

On-Site Amenities

Take advantage of on-site dining options and ample free parking, making yourworkday more convenient and cost-effective.

Career Growth with an Industry Leader

Join CBRE's Engineering & Technical Services team, where you'll gainexposure to advanced building systems, cutting-edge technologies, and ongoingopportunities for professional development .

What You’ll Do:

• Assign tasks to team members. Ensure all duties are done in a timely manner.

• Install, repair, adjust, service and maintain electric or pneumatic control systems used for building heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment, including calibration of related instruments, gauges, and control components.

• Inspect and conduct ongoing maintenance on building HVAC equipment to ensure proper operation of equipment and compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and work safety.

• Troubleshoot equipment failures and identify the best course of action for equipment modifications.

• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and 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.

• Respond to Work Orders in a CMMS

• Work within broad guidelines and policies.

• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

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. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.

• EPA Universal required

• Experience with Maximo or similar work order system

• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and the ability to 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.

• Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

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

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate 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 diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

• Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.

• Internal advancement available after 6 month mark

• Competitive Pay

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.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the position is or $46.00 per hour and the maximum salary for the position is $53.00 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

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).

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