Operating Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield U.S., Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Operating Engineer to perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and systems in a commercial building environment. You will manage work orders, assist in PM programs, attend coordination meetings, and coordinate with outside contractors to minimize downtime.

You will ensure safety compliance, update job plans, and participate in on-call shifts. A CFC license and OSHA 10 are preferred, with a high school diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• CFC License holder with basic mechanical, electrical, or plumbing skills.
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and theory.
• Able to operate computers and automated controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on building electrical equipment and systems.
• Maintain logs, prepare reports and support inventory management.
• Coordinate with vendors and ensure safety policies are followed.
• Work overtime as needed and participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

CFC License

OSHA 10 Certification

Electrical knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Operating Engineer

Job Description Summary

Job Description General Maintenance Tasks Performs preventive maintenance and inspections on building electrical equipment and systems i.e., tests electrical lighting, monitors systems, all within a commercial building environment Assists in developing preventive maintenance programs for all equipment Utilizes computerized maintenance management system to manage corrective work orders, planned maintenance (PM), and asset management. Attend all internal coordination meetings as required Maintains work logs i.e., records of wiring Prepares various reports as necessary Performs additional duties as requested i.e., maintain inventory for supplies and parts, requisitions parts/equipment as needed, performs various general maintenance functions as requested, coordinates activities of outside contractors Maintains work area in a clean and safe condition. Complies with C&W, Client and OSHA safety policies and regulations Ensures assigned work tasks meet quality standards Promotes the development of quality improvements through the initiation of process improvements Willing to work overtime as needed and be included in a rotational on-call schedule

Building Engineering Tasks

Represent Client when working with building ownership on base building systems affecting Client Troubleshoot and repair Client owned mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems whether lab or office support related Coordinate and escort vendors ensuring minimal impact and downtime Perform and document building rounds to ensure equipment and systems are working to specification Perform corrective and preventive maintenance work per Client owned work order system. Assist in updating job plans and frequencies to capture Client owned equipment

REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Education and/or Experience)

CFC License High School graduate, GED, technical school or equivalent experience. Minimum three - (3) years’ experience working (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, BMS) OSHA 10 Certification (highly preferred) Work the 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM shift with required weekend hours. And rotating on-call hours Well versed in electrical codes and theory Knowledge of national electric codes Demonstrated a positive attitude Able to work with computers, automated controls and their associated operating systems Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must pass criminal background check Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted Must be able to climb and work from ladders and aerial lifts safely

Benefits

• health, vision, and dental insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings accounts
• retirement savings plans
• life, and disability insurance programs
• paid and unpaid time away from work

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $ 52,190.00 - $61,400.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO

"Cushman & Wakefield"

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com