HVAC Building Engineer
$50 - $60 per hourCBRE Detroit
ABOUT THE ROLE
Know your way around chillers, boilers, and rooftop units? CBRE is looking for Commercial HVAC Engineers who love solving problems and keeping facilities cool, comfortable, and running smoothly. Sound like you?
As a CBRE HVAC Engineer, this position supports a large commercial office environment and requires a highly skilled HVAC technician to perform maintenance, repair, and installation tasks on building systems, equipment, and instruments.
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
Install, repair, adjust, service and maintain electrical, steam, and chilled water systems used for building HVAC/R systems and equipment, including calibration of related instruments, gauges, and control components.
Inspect and conduct ongoing maintenance on building HVAC equipment to ensure accurate operation of equipment and compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and work safety.
Fix equipment failures and identify the best course of action for equipment modifications.
Mentor others and share in-depth knowledge of own job subject area and broad knowledge of several job fields within the function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
Work within broad guidelines and policies.
Work with BMS routinely to supervise, adjust, and tackle building.
Diagnose and repair self-contained refrigeration equipment such as 4°C, -20°C, and -80°C units.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma or equivalent experience required, with 4-5 years of job-related experience. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and the ability to carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and CMMS
Organizational skills with a sophisticated inquisitive attitude..
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.
BENEFITS
Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
Internal advancement available after 6 month mark
Work/life balance
Competitive Pay
Applicant 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.
Other Common Titles: HVAC Service Technician, Commercial Service Technician, Heating and Air Conditioning Technician, Heating and Cooling Technician, Service Technician, Refrigeration Technician, HVAC Mechanic, HVAC Apprentice, Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, HVAC Specialist
*California Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training and experience. The salary range is $50 - $60 per hour. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications and experience.
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 View email address on click.appcast.io or via telephone at View phone number on click.appcast.io (U.S.) and View phone number on click.appcast.io (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
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