RME Operator

CBRE; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is expanding its Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team with the RMEO entry point. This role requires no prior electrical or mechanical experience and a high school diploma, and it provides hands-on maintenance exposure and training toward the Mechatronics & Robotics Apprenticeship (MRA) program.

You will perform preventive maintenance checks, manage work orders on laptops/tablets, replace parts, and work alongside seasoned technicians to build foundational skills while supporting

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Preferred: technical education in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices during preventive maintenance checks.
• Replace spare parts following standard procedures.
• Use laptops/tablets to manage work orders and documentation.
• Work alongside experienced RME technicians to develop technical knowledge.

Skills

Basic math skills

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laptops/Tablets

Basic workshop tools

Job description

CBREis an equal opportunity employer that values diversity

Job Purpose

ReliabilityMaintenance Engineering (RME) teams are expanding with a new opportunity: RMEOperator (RMEO). The RME Operator role is a structured entry point into theRME organization designed for individuals who are interested in beginning atechnical career. No prior electrical or mechanical experience is required.This position supports the RME team in daily maintenance activities whilebuilding foundational skills in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, andsite operations. The role is designed to prepare individuals for continuedtechnical progression, including eligibility for the Mechatronics &Robotics Apprenticeship (MRA) program. As automation continues to grow acrossour sites, technical roles within RME are becoming increasingly critical tooperational success. RMEO provides a clear pathway into this field.

Career Pathway

The RMEO role is the first step,preparing you for the Mechatronics & Robotics Apprenticeship (MRA) programand continued technical advancement within RME.

What You’ll Do

• Follow safe work practices while performingpreventive maintenance checks
• Replace spare parts following standard operatingprocedures
• Use laptops/tablets to manage work orders anddocumentation
• Use basic workshop tools
• Work alongside experienced RME technicians to develop technical knowledge

Cultivate positive working relationships withour Client and Operations Maintenance team members

What You’ll Need

• Authorizationto work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship
• High School Diploma or GeneralEducation Diploma (GED)
• Basic math skills
• Flexible schedule availability,including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to follow instructions andsolve problems in routine maintenance and operational situations whilemaintaining safety compliance
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs andperform physical tasks such as standing, walking, stooping, and climbing stairsor ladders, with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• Technicaleducation in a related field
• 1+ year of experience working in adistribution, warehouse, or industrial environment
• 1+years of experience with material handling and conveyance systems
• 1+ yearsof experience conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures.

Assessment Process

Applicantswill be asked to complete a basic math assessment covering foundationalarithmetic skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division,fractions, and order of operations. No advanced math knowledge is required. It is designed to ensure readiness andsupport long-term success within the RME pathway.

Who Should Apply

This Opportunity Is Well-suited For

• Individualsinterested in transitioning into a technical career with no technicalbackground
• Highperformers seeking internal mobility
• Individualswho want to build skills that align with increasing site automation

Impact of the Role

RME Operators play an important role inmaintaining equipment reliability and supporting site performance. By assistingwith preventive maintenance and equipment upkeep, RMEOs contribute tooperational efficiency, safety, and uptime across the building.

CBRE Company Culture

At the heart of CBRE’s business culture lie the RISE values:

• Respect: CBRE acts with considerationfor others’ ideas and shares information openly to inspire trust and encouragecollaboration.
• Integrity: No one individual, no onedeal, no one client, is bigger than the commitment to CBRE and what it standsfor.
• Service: CBRE approaches clients’challenges with enthusiasm and diligence, building long-term relationships byconnecting the right people, capital and opportunities.
• Excellence: CBRE focuses relentlessly oncreating winning outcomes for clients, employees,and shareholders.

These values serve as the foundation for ensuring CBRE is a greatplace to work. CBRE empowers employees to deliver client-centric solution sets.The Company prides itself on being able to maintain an entrepreneurial culturedespite the scale and complexity of the business. Success in the organizationrequires being able to navigate and network easily and to collaborate andinfluence effectively. This is particularly important for CBRE employees whoare imbedded with client companies, as teams need to be able to mesh with theirclient cultures. The culture of the client, where this position resides, ischaracterized by a remarkably fast pace, an ability to constantly innovate andhighly competent people who work well together and hold each other accountable.CBRE is able to participate in history making as CBRE provides essentialservices enabling mutual success.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The maximum salary for the RME Operator position is $50,585.60 annually [or $24.32 per hour]. The compensation that is 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).