Sr. Maintenance Technician

CBRE; Pontoon Beach (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability coverage

401k matching

Paid time off

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Sr. Maintenance Technician to lead a shift and provide expert support for advanced MHE systems, conveyors, and automation within a major client facility.

You will optimize preventive maintenance and mentor teammates while ensuring safety and reliability across equipment such as conveyors, scanners, and SCADA-driven systems. The role requires strong PLC, electrical knowledge, and a track record of managing maintenance work orders.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with automated conveyors and controls.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with MHE safety standards per OEM and safety guidelines.
• Knowledge of electrical principles, NEC, and/or industrial electronics.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with PLC programs.
• 3+ years of work order management.
• Ability to use statistical equipment to run OEE/uptime metrics.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and improve MHE and robotic systems across the facility.
• Lead and audit preventative maintenance procedures.
• Install and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, and control components.
• Lead and mentor work plans for emergencies and training for technicians.
• Build and close out work orders in CMMS.
• Cultivate positive client and operations team relationships.
• Promote a safe working environment by following procedures.

Skills

MHE experience

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Blueprints & schematics

PLC programming

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or 2+ years related experience

Tools

CMMS

SCADA/MHE tools

Job description

Sr. MaintenanceTechnician

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that valuesdiversity.

Job Summary

At CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS), Safety isour top priority! We maintain a safety-first culture in which CBRE employeesreturn home in the same condition in which they reported to work. We’re lookingfor a skilled and forward-thinking Maintenance Technicians to join our growing team as we work toservice one of the world’s largest online retailers. We offer competitive pay, a robust benefits package,wellness programs, and a workplace environment that embraces diversity. Comejoin our global network of professionals supporting client operations acrossCBRE. Looking for growth and career advancement? Upon completing six months ofsuccessful service, associates may explore career advancement opportunitieswithin the organization! Read on to learn more!

About The Role

In this vital role, you will support the maintenance andoperation of the building systems inside a client facility. As a MaintenanceTechnician III you’ll be a key leader in running a shift and providing guidanceto fellow technicians and Automation Engineer support partners. Your expertise will be utilized in the optimization andexecution of the preventive maintenance process, with a focus on maximizingequipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such asconveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, SCADAdevices and programs. You will provide our client with expert-level supportbased on the technical problems related to their MHE systems.

What You’ll Do

• Repair, maintain, and continuously improvefunctionality of materials handling equipment (MHE) and robotic systemsthroughout the facility.
• Lead and audit preventative maintenanceprocedures.
• Install, maintain, and solve relay logic, ladderdiagrams, control components, photo-eyes, motor starters, limit switches,proximity sensors, solenoids, etc.
• Lead and mentor work plan for emergency repair ofcritical assets and training plans for Maintenance Technicians.
• Build and close out work orders in a ComputerizedMaintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Cultivate positive working relationships with ourClient and Operations Maintenance team members.
• Promotea safe working environment by following all safety procedures.

What You’ll Need

• Applicants mustbe currently authorized to work in United States without the need for visasponsorship now or in the future.
• High schooldiploma or general education degree (GED).
• 4+ years ofexperience working with automated conveyors and controls.
• Proficient usingcomputers and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,etc.).
• Experience withMHE safety standards in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)and Safety standards.
• Knowledge ofelectrical and electronic principles, National Electrical Code (NEC), and/orindustrial electronics.
• Ability toconduct preventative & procedure-based maintenance.
• Experiencereading blueprints and schematics.
• Experience withProgrammable Logic Controls (PLC) programs.
• 3+ years of workorder management.
• Ability to useand interpret statistical equipment to run metrics such as OEE/Up Time toprioritize accordingly.
• Physicalrequirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders andability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50lbs. or more.

Preferred Qualifications

• BachelorsDegree with a focus in Electronic Technology or equivalent OR 2+ years ofequivalent professional experience
• Previous leadership experience.
• Previous vendor management experience.
• Experience with robotic maintenance.
• Experience with CMMS
• Certification preferred in one or more of thefollowing: electronic, electrical, mechanical, access control servers, PLCs,process controls, robotics, or mechanical power transmissions.

CBRE Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
• Disability benefit program
• 401k company matching
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid parental leave

Why CBRE?

We invest in our employees’ development. The core of ourstrategy is the view that development happens through three key activities:on-the-job learning, coaching and formal training. We provide employees withresources that support them in developing skills to enhance performance intheir current role as well as for future roles.

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).

Salary and Compensation

The minimum salary for the Sr. Maintenance Technician position is $76,752.00 annually [or $36.90 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Sr. Maintenance Technician position is $78,707.20 annually [or $37.84 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.