Union Helper

CBRE; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Union Helper to perform non-technical building maintenance, light custodial tasks, and minor repairs within a CBRE facility. The role supports preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems as part of Engineering and Technical Services.

The position emphasizes general labor, lighting maintenance, grounds upkeep, and housekeeping to maintain a professional property appearance. Strong communication and MS Office proficiency are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• May require a valid driver’s license.
• Physical requirements include lifting/carrying heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks including loading, unloading, and moving materials.
• Maintain lighting systems and replace bulbs; perform custodial duties as needed.
• Patrol grounds and report maintenance hazards; support project errands.
• Prepare meeting spaces and assist with office moves and setup as requested.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with others as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE Union Helper, you will perform non-technical general building maintenance, light custodial, and minor repair duties. 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 labor work as assigned including loading, unloading, and moving materials.
• Maintain lighting systems throughout the facility, cleaning fixtures and replacing bulbs and lamps. Maintain grounds of the facility or property by performing such tasks as raking, sweeping, leaf blowing, or snow removal.
• Patrol grounds, communal areas, and parking facilities. Identify and report maintenance hazards or other property condition concerns. Run errands to support projects.
• Perform housekeeping functions and maintain the professional appearance of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, and communal areas. Paint and patch drywall. Perform other minor repairs under supervision.
• Facilitate office access and office moves by moving crates, assembling furniture, office keys, nameplates, etc.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Prepare meetings and conference rooms, arranging tables and chairs as requested.
• May set up audio and visual equipment, flip charts, and TVs within conference rooms and pick them up when completed.
• Follow a set procedure in the performance of repetitive tasks or job activities.
• Impact through methods, tasks, and duties which are clearly defined and followed with little to no discretion.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year college program or technical school.
• May require a valid driver's license.
• Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• 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.
• Ability to develop skills to perform basic activities in own job.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• 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.

The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Union Helper position is $53809.60 annually [or $25.87 per hour]. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale.

This role will provide the following benefits:

• 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).