Union Bldg Engineer

CBRE; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Union Building Engineer in Allen Park, MI oversees monitoring building system operations and performance across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and life safety. You will support preventive maintenance, repairs, and compliance with codes and safety directives.

You’ll apply problem-solving skills, analyze systems for efficiency, and lead by example to uphold CBRE’s RISE values while delivering reliable, safe building services for clients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade diploma with 3-4 years of related experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred; licenses as required by local/state jurisdictions.
• Physical ability to stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders and lift 50 lbs+.
• Ability to analyze solutions using technical experience and apply judgment.
• Advanced math skills including percentages and fractions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, fire/life safety, and control systems.
• Comply with codes, regulations and safety directives for building operations.
• Maintain an energy management program to optimize system efficiency.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow policies for hazardous materials handling and maintain a safe workplace.
• Review inspections of fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing for operation within design specs.
• Apply standard principles to accomplish tasks and solve routine problems.
• Lead by example and align with CBRE's RISE values; influence others to reach agreement.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Inquisitive mindset

Advanced math skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma / GED or trade school

Universal CFC certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE Union Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring building system operations and performance. You will oversee various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems for the facility and building. Keep the systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program to ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Review inspections to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.
• Have a broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with the company's RISE values. You may need to convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact the quality of your own work and the work of others on the team.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 3-4 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Universal CFC certification is preferred. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.
• 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.
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience and apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate complicated figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Should any element of this Job Description conflict with the provisions of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement will prevail.

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).