Union Building Engineer

Job Information

Job Title: Union Engineer

Job Family/Function: Engineering & Technical Services

Location: Milwaukee, WI (25‑mile radius coverage)

As a CBRE Union Engineer, you will be part of a skilled engineering team supporting a major telecommunications client in the Milwaukee, WI area. The role focuses on maintaining mission‑critical building systems and equipment, ensuring reliability, uptime, and operational excellence across facilities that support telecommunications infrastructure.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and restore routine technical service and equipment issues to maintain optimal system performance.
• Address complex system and network‑related issues that may impact multiple locations or critical site operations.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules, system configurations, and accurate technical documentation.
• Support calibration and maintenance of equipment to ensure compliance with operational standards.
• Participate in training for system updates and enhancements; develop and deliver user training documentation as needed.
• Apply advanced knowledge of engineering principles and procedures to complete complex assignments and recommend solutions.
• Coach and support team members by sharing technical expertise across multiple disciplines.
• Maintain accurate, audit‑ready records of all work performed, ensuring compliance with client and regulatory standards.
• Build strong working relationships across teams to support operational goals and achieve consensus on technical solutions.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information clearly to stakeholders, supervisors, and team members.

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4–5 years of relevant experience; or a combination of education and experience.
• Universal EPA Certification (required).
• Active union membership or ability to work in a union environment.
• Prior shift lead, supervisory, or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and building systems.
• Ability to analyze information from multiple sources and make sound technical decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive and detail‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working in various environments.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

• This is a union role, and employment terms are subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
• In the event of any conflict between this job description and a collective bargaining agreement, the agreement will prevail.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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 recr or via telephone at  (U.S.) and  (Canada).