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Union Maintenance Tech

Job ID

163546

Posted

22-Apr-2024

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s)

Joliet - Illinois - United States of America

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, demonstrating the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

Performs general preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds. Working under close supervision, assists in monitoring building system operations and performance. Applies trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

Engineering and Engineering support including developing procedures and methods, technical reports and documentation, technical evaluations of events to determine root cause; recommends corrective action. Preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems. Evaluation of equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield. Equipment failure analyses (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance). Solving and diagnoses of equipment problems.

What You’ll Do:

Responsibilities for this job include, but are not limited to:

• Follows all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.

• Performs assigned day-to-day repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Completes maintenance and repair records as the need arises.

• Reviews assigned work orders. Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair. Orders necessary materials and supplies to finish the tasks.

• Assists with installation and modification of building equipment systems.

• Assists with troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include: plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop, and HVAC.

• Inspects new installation for compliance with building codes and safety protocols.

• Maintains lighting systems throughout the facility, cleaning fixtures and replacing bulbs and lamps.

• Maintains grounds of facility or property performing such tasks as raking, sweeping, leaf blowing or snow removal.

• Performs welding, carpentry, furniture assembly and locksmith tasks as needed.

• Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.

• Has some knowledge of standard principles with limited practical experience of applying them

• Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems.

• Analyzes information and standard practices to make judgments.

• Impacts quality of own work.

• Exchanges straightforward information, asks questions and checks for understanding.

• Works within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet expectations.

What You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of one year of related experience and/or training.

• May require valid driver's license.

• Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor.

• Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages.

• Ability to understand and carry out general instructions.

• Ability to solve problems in standard situations.

• Requires basic analytical skills.

• Uses personal computer and / or PDA for work order system, email, ESS and training.

• Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook.

• Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders and ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

Why CBRE?

A culture of respect, integrity, service and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity!

We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in!

Benefits

• Internal advancement available after 6 month mark

• Work/life balance - 40-45 hours a week on average

• Competitive Pay

• Position includes Union benefits

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. We also provide reasonable accommodations, as needed, throughout the job application process. If you have a disability that inhibits your ability to apply for a position through our online application process, you may contact us via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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 recruitingaccomodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)