Union Carpenter - Washington, D.C.

CBRE Group, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Carpenter to perform preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple facilities in the Washington, DC area. The role sits within Engineering and Technical Services, focusing on hard services and facility management to ensure reliable operation of building systems.

The candidate will handle repairs, read plans, coordinate with stakeholders, and maintain records, with emphasis on safety and compliance in a dynamic, client-facing environment.

Qualifications

• General maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of building infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and maintenance docs.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs+ and perform demanding tasks.
• Basic math and numerical skills for measurements and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of the property and grounds.
• Complete routine, preventative, and emergency repairs, and maintain repair records.
• Repair and maintain building structures, including walls, roofs, glass, siding, and related components.
• Review work orders, estimate materials and labor, and order supplies as required.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and maintenance documentation to perform tasks accurately.
• Coordinate with occupants and stakeholders to understand repair needs.
• Maintain tools and equipment for safe operation; respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

General maintenance

Read blueprints/drawings

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Mathematical basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in‑class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in‑Classservices, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

About the Role:

As a CBRE Carpenter, you will perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair to various structures throughout multiple commercial facilities.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 general building maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of the property and grounds.
• Complete routine, preventative, and emergency repairs, and maintain accurate repair records.
• Repair and maintain building structures, including walls, roofs, glass, siding, and related components.
• Review work orders, estimate materials and labor needed, and order supplies as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, and maintenance documentation.
• Work with building occupants, employees, and stakeholders to understand repair and construction needs.
• Maintain tools and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies and coordinate additional support when needed.
• Follow all safety policies and participate in required health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs.
• Report potential safety hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Use established procedures to resolve routine maintenance issues.
• Complete assigned tasks and responsibilities under general supervision.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or GED preferred, plus up to 2 years of related experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more and perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, bending, and climbing ladders.
• Ability to follow established procedures and work standards.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic math skills, including percentages and simple calculations.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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.