Maintenance Engineer

CBRE Government and Defense Services; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Government and Defense Services is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to monitor, repair, and maintain building systems across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and related disciplines. The role emphasizes safety, energy efficiency, and adherence to applicable codes and standards.

Ideal candidates bring 4–5 years of maintenance experience, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and a Universal CFC certification, plus US citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 4-5 years of maintenance experience in a commercial/government or industrial environment.
• Universal CFC certification is required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, and control systems to keep facilities reliable and compliant.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and safety policies in all operations.
• Maintain an energy management program to optimize system efficiency.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs and perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Adhere to safe storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials; keep a clean, safe workplace.

Skills

Decision making

MS Office

Analytical mindset

Organizational skills

Mathematical calculations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

4-5 years maintenance experience

Universal CFC

U.S. citizen

Public Trust clearance

Job description

Description

Job Summary

As a CBRE GDS Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs of equipment and systems.

Primary Job Functions

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable 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 inspection of 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 GDS 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.

Education, Experience and Certification

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4-5 years maintenance experience in a commercial, government or industrial environment.
• Universal CFC
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Working Conditions

• Physical requirements of this role include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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.

Disclaimer

CBRE Government and Defense is thrilled at the opportunity for you to apply to one of our roles. The minimum pay rate for this position is $35.00/hr-$51.00/hr. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of competitive benefits that can include but not limited to: medical, well-being, financial planning and short-term incentives benefits.

This description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of the accountabilities of the job described. Rather, it describes the general nature of the job. In addition, some aspects of this job may change over time, according to business needs, and these changes may not be recorded immediately. Requirements stated represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify and satisfactorily perform this job.

THIS DOCUMENT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS CREATING A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN J&J WORLDWIDE SERVICES AND ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR OTHERWISE ALTERING AN EMPLOYEE’S AT WILL EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP WITH J&J WORLDWIDE SERVICES.

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