Building Engineer - Electrician

CBRE HV•Redmond, WA

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About The Position

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will monitor, maintain, and repair building system operations and the performance of areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. This role is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function, providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. The position applies in-depth knowledge of engineering principles and techniques to complex assignments, contributes innovative solutions, and may coach others by sharing job-discipline expertise. It impacts customer, operational, project, and service activities across related teams, working within broad guidelines and policies and explaining difficult or sensitive information. The engineer is expected to model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values and help build consensus.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma and 4–5 years of job-related experience; a combination of experience and education may be considered in lieu of a diploma.
Certifications or licenses required by applicable local or state jurisdictions.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting or carrying loads of 50 pounds or more.
Ability to exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple information sources.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Sophisticated math skills, including calculating mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Nice To Haves

Universal CFC certification is preferred.
Prior shift management or supervisory experience is preferred.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life-safety, and control systems.
Keep facility and building systems at applicable standards as assigned.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
Maintain an energy management program and ensure systems operate efficiently.
Assist in implementing a preventive maintenance program so building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
Perform emergency repairs as needed.
Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Inspect building systems, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to confirm equipment operates within design capabilities and achieves client-prescribed environmental conditions.
Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
Coach others and share knowledge of the job discipline and related disciplines.
Lead by example and model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values.
Build consensus and help others reach agreement.
Contribute to customer, operational, project, or service activities within the team and related teams.
Explain difficult or sensitive information.