Plumber/Pipefitter

CBRE; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE in Indianapolis is seeking a Plumber/Pipefitter to join our facilities maintenance team on a Monday–Friday day shift, supporting critical, life‑saving operations in a cutting‑edge laboratory and manufacturing environment.

You will perform preventative maintenance on air handlers, autoclaves, coils, and humidifiers to keep our facility compliant and efficient, while also handling emergencies, steam system tasks, and system repacking as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade diploma with 4–5 years related experience.
• Journeyman plumbing certification required; Medical Gas and Backflow certifications preferred; valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, and lift 50 lbs+.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment from multiple sources and adapt to new solutions.

Responsibilities

• Repair and install water and steam systems, traps, and related components.
• Knowledge of steam piping and components; install new water systems per blueprints, drawings, specs and codes.
• Ensure waste and vent lines are operational using plumbing tools.
• Assist other staff or contractors on projects or equipment installations.
• Complete plumbing safety inspections on backflow devices.
• Provide training to staff for light plumbing maintenance.
• Perform general maintenance and building systems operations as assigned.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with extra help as needed.

Skills

Plumbing

Steam systems

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma / GED / Trade diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Backflow testing equipment

Job description

About The Role

Join a leading pharmaceutical facility in Indianapolis where your mechanical expertise directly supports critical, life‑saving operations. We are seeking a skilled Plumber/Pipefitter to join our facilities maintenance team on a stable, Monday through Friday day shift schedule. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining the infrastructure of a cutting‑edge laboratory and manufacturing environment, ensuring that our complex mechanical systems operate at peak efficiency. If you are looking for a consistent, high‑impact role with a top-tier industry leader, this is the environment where your craft will be truly valued.

Your daily contributions will center on performing preventative maintenance on air handlers, autoclaves, coils, and humidifiers to ensure seamless facility performance. Beyond scheduled maintenance, you will be the go‑to expert for emergency response, handling everything from addressing leaky valves and plumbing issues to managing complex steam system requirements, including steam shutdowns and valve repacking. We provide the tools and support you need to succeed, offering a fast‑paced but organized setting where your ability to diagnose and repair critical infrastructure helps maintain our high standards for compliance and safety.

What You’ll Do

• Repair, install, replace, test, and fix the water and medical gas supply steam systems traps etc.
• Knowledge of steam piping and components
• Install new water systems, piping, and fixtures by blueprints, drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Ensure waste and vent lines are in good operating condition using a plumber’s snake, vacuum plunger, or jet washer.
• Assist other staff members or contractors on projects or equipment installations.
• Complete plumbing safety inspections on backflow devices.
• Provide training to other staff members so they can perform light plumbing maintenance and repair.
• Perform general maintenance and building systems operational duties as assigned or directed.
• Respond to emergency situations, summoning extra help as needed.
• Follow all activity policies and procedures, always including all HSE‑related requirements.
• Finish the HSE programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing, and assessment, etc.
• Report any conditions that could result in an accident or injury to management.

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.
• Plumbing certification at the Journeyman level required. Medical Gas certification and Backflow certification preferred. Valid Driver’s License required.
• 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?

When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services that help businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact! Our collaborative environment is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service, and excellence — and we value the varied perspectives, backgrounds, and skills of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your full potential!

Disclaimers

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

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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.

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Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

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).