Union Operating Engineer

CBRE; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Union Operating Engineer responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for assigned properties. This role involves emergency response, inspections, and repairs, while leading by example in alignment with CBRE values.

The ideal candidate must have a High School diploma or equivalent, alongside a Journeyman or EPA Universal License, with 4-5 years of relevant experience. Strong mechanical, electrical, and organizational skills are necessary.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of job-related experience, or equivalent in education.
• Ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Experience in assessing physical conditions for necessary repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing, electrical, or HVAC tasks as required.
• Maintain mechanical equipment and systems.
• Inspect various properties and document findings.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Organizational skills

Judgment and analysis

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Journeyman or EPA Universal License

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

About the Role

As a CBRE Union Operating Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems for an assigned property.

What You’ll Do

• Perform all plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building.
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers, DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, etc.
• Verify field conditions and perform any necessary repairs or adjustments.
• Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, floors and other general repairs, adjustments, and installations throughout the property.
• Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures, including water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, lavatories, etc.
• Inspect engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling tower, all motors, house pumps, electric rooms, back‑up generator, fire pumps, sump pumps, and ejector pumps.
• Replace lamps, light fixtures, reinstall or replace signage.
• Document and report activities to supervisor.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations, including fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.
• Complete all required Safety Training as scheduled and answer customer inquiries in a timely fashion.
• Apply in‑depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in‑depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values; work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job‑related experience; in lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Journeyman or EPA Universal License required.
• 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 exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.

*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.