Union Bldg Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Union Building Engineer to monitor building system operations, including plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling, and safety systems.

The role covers preventive maintenance, repairs, and adherence to applicable codes and safety standards. The candidate will implement energy management practices, support preventive maintenance initiatives, and ensure the facility complies with client requirements and company policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma required; combination with experience considered.
• Meet the physical requirements (stooping, standing, walking, stairs, lifting 50 lbs+).
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience and good judgment.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset and attention to detail.
• Advanced math skills for calculating percentages, fractions, etc.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems; keep systems up to standards as assigned.
• Comply with codes, regulations, and company directives related to building operations and safety.
• Maintain an energy management program to optimize system efficiency.
• Assist with implementing preventive maintenance; perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow policies for safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials; maintain a clean, safe workplace.
• Review inspections of fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operations meet design specs.

Skills

Math skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma

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.