Sr. Building Maintenance Engineer

CBRE; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE in Beachwood, Ohio seeks a Sr. Building Engineer to maintain a safe, efficient healthcare facility. This Monday–Friday day shift role focuses on preventive maintenance and rapid troubleshooting of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems.

You will oversee contractors, manage preventive maintenance, ensure regulatory compliance, and balance on-call duties while contributing to patient and staff comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of related experience; combination of experience and education considered.
• Universal CFC certification required.
• Additional certification in HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC/refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair.
• Meet physical requirements to perform duties, including lifting 50 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Assign work orders and estimate time and materials; maintain inventory of supplies.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, fire life-safety, and control systems.
• Comply with applicable codes, regulations, and safety directives.
• Develop an energy management program to optimize efficiency.
• Oversee and inspect work by outside contractors; respond to inquiries.
• Lead preventive maintenance programs and handle emergency maintenance as needed.
• Review inspections to ensure systems meet design and environmental specs.

Skills

CFC certification

HVAC systems

Electrical

Plumbing

Facility maintenance

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or trade school diploma

Universal CFC certification

HVAC certification

Electrical certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Energy management software

Job description

About the Role

Are you a seasoned Building Engineer passionate about making a tangible difference in a dynamic healthcare environment? Join our team as a Sr. Building Engineer, where you'll play a critical role in ensuring a safe, efficient, and reliable setting for patients and staff alike.

In this vital Monday-Friday day shift position, you'll be the expert overseeing and optimizing complex building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general facility operations, for a leading healthcare client. Your proactive approach to preventive maintenance and skilled troubleshooting will keep all systems running at peak performance, directly contributing to the well-being and comfort of those who rely on our facilities. While you'll participate in an on-call rotation, this role is thoughtfully structured to offer a strong work-life balance, allowing you to thrive both professionally and personally.

What You’ll Do

• Assign work orders and estimate the time and materials needed to complete repairs. Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies and tools.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to advanced mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Develop an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Oversee and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisors.
• Direct the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform repairs and emergency maintenance as needed.
• Review and sign off on inspections of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
• Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
• Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
• Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred. Universal CFC certification required.
• Additional certification in one or more of the following: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair.
• 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.
• The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
• Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

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.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure:

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.

These updates reflect our commitment to clarity, inclusivity, and a consistent candidate experience across all postings.

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.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Sr. Building Maintenance Engineer position is $30.77 per hour and the maximum salary for the Sr. Building Maintenance Engineer position is $32.00 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

• 401(K)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

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).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affidavit Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)