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CBRE’s Technical and Engineering Services has opportunities for professionals with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, material handling and other trade skills within facilities maintenance from entry-level to seasoned management, we have a career for you. Start your journey :

Responsibilities :

• Responsible for engineering operations and directs vendors and subcontractors.
• Utilizes advanced skills to perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment and grounds.
• Working under limited supervision, monitors 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.
• Leads operations, assigns work orders, and / or provides technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors.
• Consults with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business interruption and inconvenience.
• Formulates and implements a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
• Monitors building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Oversees and inspects the work performed by engineering staff.
• Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and / or training to coworkers.

Coordinates and assigns tasks to co-workers within a work unit and / or project.

Education and Experience :

Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and a minimum of seven years related experience and / or trade school training.

Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree (BA / BS) from four-year college or university preferred.

Certificates and / or Licenses :

Universal CFC certification required. Additional certification in three or more of the following : HVAC, 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.

Communication Skills :

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.

Ability to effectively present information. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.

Financial Knowledge :

Requires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions.

Conducts advanced financial analysis.

Reasoning Ability :

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations.

Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.

Other Skills and Abilities :

Physical requirements to include stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. Must have the ability to operate an EMS and CMMS system.

Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to handle multiple projects and make decisions.

Scope of Responsibility :

Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines.

Responsible for setting work unit and / or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.

US Company Profile

About CBRE (NYSE : CBRE) : At CBRE, you are empowered to take your career path into your own hands. Enjoy workplace flexibility in a global organization with tremendous scale.

Work in an inclusive and collaborative environment with supportive teammates. Come experience the employee advantage at CBRE.

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.

As a Fortune 500 worldwide leader in real estate services, CBRE’s more than 90,000 professionals provide exceptional outcomes for clients in over approximately 480 offices worldwide.

When it comes to real estate, CBRE sees potential everywhere. We turn scale into strength, expense into performance, and property into prosperity. Visit cbre.us.

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