Union Utility Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a facility maintenance technician to support the operation and upkeep of our client sites in Gilroy, CA. The role involves hands-on repairs across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and HVAC, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to repairs, and help ensure building systems operate reliably. This position is on-site and requires ability to handle diverse tasks and prioritize work orders.

Qualifications

• Performs general preventive maintenance and corrective repair on buildings, systems and grounds.
• Uses multiple trade skills to inspect, diagnose and fix issues.
• Documents repairs and supports safe, code-compliant operations.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to codes, regulations, and safety directives.
• Performs daily repairs and preventive tasks; logs work performed.
• Assists with installation or modification of building equipment.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Painting

Roofing

HVAC

Welding

Locksmith

Power tools

Ladders/Scaffolding

Tools

Power tools

Ladders/Scaffolding

Electrical testing tools

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-Class services including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs general preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds. Working under close supervision, assists in monitoring building system operations and performance. Utilizes several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Performs assigned day-to-day repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Completes maintenance and repair records as required.
• Reviews assigned work orders. Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair. Orders necessary materials and supplies to complete all tasks.
• Assists with installation and modification of building equipment systems.
• Assists with troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include: plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop, and HVAC.
• Inspects new installation for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Maintains lighting systems throughout the facility, cleaning fixtures and replacing bulbs and lamps.
• Maintains grounds of facility or property performing such tasks as raking, sweeping, leaf blowing or snow removal.
• Performs welding, carpentry, furniture assembly and locksmith tasks as needed.
• Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.