About the Role:
As a CBRE Union Apprentice Engineer, you will perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, and equipment.
Under the direction of the Chief or Assistant Chief, performs activities concerned with design, construction, modification, and maintenance of equipment and machinery. Under general directly of the Chief Engineer, provides functional assistance to journeyperson stationary engineers under established indentured apprenticeship program.
This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. What You’ll Do:
Assists and executes assigned maintenance functions and activities under direct tutelage, performing functional activities and minor repairs.
Attend classroom instruction and studies satisfactorily as required by the joint apprenticeship program.
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives.
Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing.
Oversee outside contractors performing landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbers, and cleaning.
Perform and record assigned repairs as well as emergency and preventive maintenance.
Review, evaluate, and complete assigned work orders.
Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
Perform welding, carpentry, furniture assembly, and locksmith tasks.
Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance. What You’ll Need:
High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Successfully passed the Engineer Apprenticeship Examination within the last 2 years and achieved a score of 72 or higher.
Valid California driver's license.
Experience using a digital multimeter to measure AC and DC voltage, amperage, and resistance.
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.
Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
Why CBRE?
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
- Should any element of this Job Description conflict with the provisions of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement will prevail.
The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Union Apprentice Engineer position is $98,592 annually [or $47.40 per hour]. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have 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).
