Building Engineer - Kansas City, United States - CBRE

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    Description
    Building Engineer - Stationary
    Job ID
    164213
    Posted
    23-Apr-2024
    Service line
    GWS Segment
    Role type
    Full-time
    Areas of Interest
    Engineering/Maintenance
    Location(s)
    Kansas City - Kansas - United States of America

    About the role
    Utilizes sophisticated skills to perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment and grounds. Working under limited supervision, monitors building system operations and performance. Applies several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

    What you'll do

    • Aligns with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
    • Inspects building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
    • Oversees and inspects the work performed by outside contractors. Contracted work includes landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbers, and cleaning.
    • Performs assigned repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Completes' maintenance and repair records as required.
    • Reviews assigned work orders. Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair. Orders necessary materials and supplies to finish the tasks.
    • Maintains an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.
    • Maintains the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
    • Performs welding, carpentry, furniture assembly and locksmith tasks as needed.

    What you'll need

    • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of four years of related experience and/or trade school training.
    • Universal CFC certification preferred.
    • Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.
    • Requires basic knowledge of financial terms and principles.
    • 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.
    • Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines.
    • Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work.
    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for 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 or via telephone at U.S.) and 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.
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