Mobile Building Engineer

CBRE; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 59,237,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

401k

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Mobile Engineer to keep facilities running smoothly across HVAC, building systems, and equipment. You’ll be on the front lines, performing hands‑on maintenance, repairs, and preventive tasks to ensure safety, reliability, and performance.

You will review work orders, estimate resources, and coach others while complying with all safety and regulatory standards. This on-site role includes driving company vehicles and contributing to CBRE’s RISE values.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school with 4–5 years of experience; Universal CFC certification and valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical tasks as part of maintenance work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Organizational skills and an inquisitive mindset are essential for problem solving.
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred for leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repairs of mechanical, plumbing, life-safety, and control systems.
• Review work orders and estimate time/materials for repairs; manage inventory.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs and handle emergency maintenance as needed.
• Inspect building systems to ensure operation and environmental conditions meet client specs.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and safety directives.
• Operate company vehicles for daily duties and mobilize as required.
• Share knowledge and mentor others; lead by example within CBRE RISE values.
• Support cross-team coordination of customer, operational, and project activities.
• Explain complex information clearly and build consensus when needed.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Universal CFC certification

Job description

About the Role:

Keep facilities running like clockwork. As a CBRE Mobile Engineer, you’ll handle hands‑on maintenance and repairs across HVAC, building systems, and equipment. On the move and on point. You’ll be the frontline expert ensuring reliability, safety, and performance wherever you're needed.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, industrial, plumbing, structural, life safety, and control systems for the facility to keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.

• Review assigned work orders, estimate time and materials needed to complete the repair and maintain inventory of adequate supplies and tools.

• Implement preventive maintenance programs to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life; oversee repairs and emergency maintenance as needed.

• Review inspections of building and industrial systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.

• Oversee compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.

• Operate company-issued vehicles in the execution of daily work responsibilities.

• 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 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.

• 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. Universal CFC certification and Valid Driver’s license required. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.

• 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 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.

Why CBRE?

A culture of respect, integrity, service and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity!

We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in!

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

• Internal advancement available after 6-month mark

• 40-45 hours a week

• Competitive Pay

DISCLAIMERS

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

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.

Other common titles: Service Technician, Building Engineer, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, cool, heat, air handlers, VAV, split systems, RTU, roof top unit, refrigerant, walk in coolers, coils, commercial, building, facility, facilities, retail, high rise, building automation system, BAS, BMS

*California Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training and experience. The salary range is $43 - $48 per hour. The compensation 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 Affternative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)