Union Operating Engineer - Blue Seal

Union Operating Engineer - Blue Seal Required

CBRE

Raritan, New Jersey, United States

As a CBRE Union Operating Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems for an assigned property. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services function and involves providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

• Perform all plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building.
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers, DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, etc.
• Verify field conditions and perform any necessary repairs or adjustments.
• Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, floors and other general repairs, adjustments, and installations throughout the property.
• Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures, including water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, lavatories, etc.
• Inspect engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling tower, all motors, house pumps, electric rooms, back-up generator, fire pumps, sump pumps, and ejector pumps.
• Replace lamps, light fixtures, reinstall or replace signage.
• Document and report activities to supervisor.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations such as fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.
• Complete all required Safety Training as scheduled and respond to customer inquiries in a timely fashion.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example, model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values, and 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.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job‑related experience (or equivalent combination of experience and education). Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred. Journeyman or EPA Universal License required.
• Blue Seal License required.
• 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 exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.

CBRE is the premier provider of Facilities Management services. We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive training for professional growth. Benefits for this union position will be provided by the union.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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.

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.

The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Union Operating Engineer position is $85,000 annually (or $40.87 per hour). Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale.

CBRE has 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.

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).

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