Maintenance Technician

CBRE; Knoxville (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service small to medium-sized buildings and industrial systems. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and help install and modify equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, code compliance, and energy management. You will review work orders, track completion, and operate under supervision while delivering reliable outputs.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1–2 years of related work experience.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in maintenance tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly to exchange straightforward information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) for reporting.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills and an inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and building systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, diagnose issues, and perform necessary repairs.
• Assist with installation and modification of building equipment and systems.
• Review work orders and track completion in coordination with other systems.
• Support energy management by keeping building systems efficient.
• Inspect installations for compliance with codes and safety regulations.
• Follow defined procedures to solve straightforward problems and communicate results clearly.
• Contribute to team output under supervision and adhere to processes.
• Deliver quality results by following established methods.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma / GED / trade school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining small to medium-sized buildings, industrial systems, and equipment.

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

What You’ll Do:

• Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and other building systems.

• Conduct routine maintenance inspections, diagnose potential problems, and make repairs.

• Assist with the installation and modification of building equipment and systems.

• Review assigned work orders and partner with available systems to track completion.

• Support energy management by ensuring all building systems are operating efficiently.

• Inspect existing installations for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.

• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems. Exchange straightforward information in a clear, concise manner.

• Impact team through defined duties, methods and tasks as described in detail.

• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.

• 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 follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.

• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

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 Affinity Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)