Building Engineer

CBRE HV•Shippensburg, PA

20d

About The Position

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will monitor, maintain, and repair building system operations and performance in areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. This role is part of Engineering and Technical Services, providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs for equipment and systems. The position applies established principles and techniques to complex assignments, provides innovative solutions, and shares job knowledge with others. It may affect customer, operational, project, and service activities across the team and related teams, and involves working within broad guidelines and policies.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 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 local or state jurisdictions, as applicable.
Ability to meet physical requirements, 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 sources of information.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
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.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life-safety, and control systems.
Maintain facility and building systems to applicable standards.
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 with 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, and maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Review inspections of building systems, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to ensure equipment operates within design capabilities and achieves client-prescribed environmental conditions.
Apply knowledge of standard principles and techniques to 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 persuade others to reach agreement.
Explain difficult or sensitive information.