Maintenance Tech Apprentice: Hands-On Building Systems

CBRE; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Local’s Maintenance Technical Apprentice role provides on-the-job training to maintain buildings, industrial systems, and equipment. You will join the Engineering and Technical Services function to support preventive maintenance and repairs across facilities.

You’ll learn from current engineers, assist with installation and modification of building equipment, and help manage energy use while ensuring safety and code compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year college program or technical school.
• 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 develop skills to perform basic activities in own job.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Receive training from current engineers in proper job safety and repair procedures.
• Observe engineers while they perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repairs on facility mechanical, electrical, and other installed building systems, equipment, and facilities.
• Assist with installation and modification of building equipment and systems.
• Work with management to ensure energy management by taking measures to verify that all systems are operating in the most efficient manner.
• Inspect new or existing installations for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Follow a set procedure in the performance of repetitive tasks or job activities.
• Impact through methods, tasks, and duties which are clearly defined and followed with little to no discretion.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CBRE Local’s Maintenance Technical Apprentice role provides on-the-job training to maintain buildings, industrial systems, and equipment. You will join the Engineering and Technical Services function to support preventive maintenance and repairs across facilities.

You’ll learn from current engineers, assist with installation and modification of building equipment, and help manage energy use while ensuring safety and code compliance.