Building Engineer - HVAC 06A

CBRE HV•Seattle, WA

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 position is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function, providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. The role applies in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques to complete complex assignments and provide innovative solutions. It also involves coaching others, sharing knowledge across job disciplines, influencing agreement, and contributing to customer, operational, project, and service activities across related teams.

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 as required by local or state jurisdictions.
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.
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 percentages, fractions, and other mildly complex financial-related figures.

Nice To Haves

Universal CFC certification.
Prior shift management or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems.
Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, company directives, and work-safety requirements related to building operations.
Maintain an energy management program and ensure systems operate efficiently.
Assist with implementing a preventive maintenance program to ensure building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
Perform emergency repairs as needed.
Follow departmental policies for safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials.
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 in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques to complete complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
Coach others and share knowledge of the job discipline and related disciplines.
Model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values, lead by example, and work to build consensus.
Contribute to customer, operational, project, and service activities within the team and related teams.