RME Operator

CBRE; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Reliability Maintenance Engineering Operator (RMEO) as an entry point into the RME organization. The role is designed for individuals starting a technical career with no prior electrical or mechanical experience required.

You will support the RME team in daily maintenance while building foundational skills in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and site operations. The position provides a clear pathway into the Mechatronics & Robotics Apprenticeship (MRA) program and

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 CBRE Client and Operations Maintenance team

Skills

Basic math skills

Follow instructions

Problem solving

Flexible scheduling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic workshop tools

Laptops/Tablets for work orders

Job description

Reliability Maintenance& Engineering Operator (RMEO)

CBRE is an equalopportunity 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+ years 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

This Opportunity Is Well-suited For

• 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 liethe 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 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.

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).