RME Operator

CBRE Group, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Reliability Maintenance Engineering Operator to begin a technical career. No prior electrical or mechanical experience is required.

This role supports daily maintenance activities and helps build foundational skills in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and site operations, with a pathway to the MRA program. Ideal candidates will complete basic math assessments and participate in the RME pathway, contributing to reliability and uptime across the

Qualifications

• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic math skills.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks.
• Replace spare parts following standard operating procedures.
• Use laptops/tablets to manage work orders and documentation.
• Use basic workshop tools.
• Work alongside experienced RME technicians to develop technical knowledge.
• Cultivate positive working relationships with our Client and Operations Maintenance team members.

Skills

Basic math skills

Follow instructions

Problem solving in maintenance

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Reliability Maintenance & Engineering Operator (RMEO)

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity

Job Purpose

Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) teams are expanding with a new opportunity: RME Operator (RMEO). The RME Operator role is a structured entry point into the RME organization designed for individuals who are interested in beginning a technical career. No prior electrical or mechanical experience is required. This position supports the RME team in daily maintenance activities while building foundational skills in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and site operations. The role is designed to prepare individuals for continued technical progression, including eligibility for the Mechatronics & Robotics Apprenticeship (MRA) program. As automation continues to grow across our sites, technical roles within RME are becoming increasingly critical to operational 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) program and continued technical advancement within RME.

What You'll Do

• Follow safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks
• Replace spare parts following standard operating procedures
• Use laptops/tablets to manage work orders and documentation
• Use basic workshop tools
• Work alongside experienced RME technicians to develop technical knowledge
• Cultivate positive working relationships with our Client and Operations Maintenance team members.

What You'll Need

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Assessment Process

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

Who Should Apply

• Individuals interested in transitioning into a technical career with no technical background
• High performers seeking internal mobility
• Individuals who want to build skills that align with increasing site automation

Impact of the Role

RME Operators play an important role in maintaining equipment reliability and supporting site performance. By assisting with preventive maintenance and equipment upkeep, RMEOs contribute to operational efficiency, safety, and uptime across the building.

CBRE Company Culture

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

CBRE RISE values

• Respect: CBRE acts with consideration for others' ideas and shares information openly to inspire trust and encourage collaboration.
• Integrity: No one individual, no one deal, no one client, is bigger than the commitment to CBRE and what it stands for.
• Service: CBRE approaches clients' challenges with enthusiasm and diligence, building long-term relationships by connecting the right people, capital and opportunities.
• Excellence: CBRE focuses relentlessly on creating winning outcomes for clients, employees, and shareholders.

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