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Building Engineer

Job ID

212923

Posted

27-Mar-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s)

Beaverton - Oregon - United States of America, Portland - Oregon - United States of America, Vancouver - Washington - United States of America

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function and is responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems.

+ Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.

+ Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.

+ Maintain an energy management program.

+ 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 inspection to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.

+ 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 other related teams.

+ Work within broad guidelines and policies.

+ Explain difficult or sensitive information.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. May provide informal assistance such as technical guidance and/or training to coworkers. May coordinate work and assign tasks.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Perform general preventive maintenance and corrective repair:

+ HVAC

+ Electrical

+ Boilers

+ Plumbing

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Education and Experience

+ High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

+ Minimum of four years of related experience and/or trade school training.

+ Engineering experience that focuses on HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

Universal CFC certification preferred. Additional certification in one or more of the following: electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.

OTHER SKILLS and/or ABILITIES

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 to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.

Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

WHY CBRE?

A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity!

We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in.

BENEFITS

- Benefits start 1st of the month following your hire date: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.

- First year of employment - 15 Days of PTO. Year 1 - 4 of employment 20 days of PTO!

- Internal advancement available after 6 month mark

- Competitive Pay

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training and experience. The salary range is $34 - $36 per hour. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

**Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has 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 [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)