Maintenance Technician - On-Site West Des Moines, Iowa

CBRE; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Maintenance Technician in West Des Moines, IA, to maintain small to medium buildings and industrial systems. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, repairs, and support for building equipment. On-site work requires adherence to codes and safety standards.

The position emphasizes routine inspections, problem diagnosis, and coordination of work orders. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school with 1–2 years of related experience.
• In lieu of a diploma, equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Ability to operate standard software tools and follow documented procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, diagnose issues, and complete repairs.
• Assist with installation and modification of building equipment and systems.
• Review work orders and track completion with available systems.
• Support energy management by keeping systems operating efficiently.
• Inspect installations for code and safety compliance.
• Follow defined procedures to resolve straightforward problems and communicate clearly.
• Deliver output under supervision by adhering to procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Physical capability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school diploma

Job description

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

On-site: West Des Moines, Iowa

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).