Maintenance Technician

Company: CBRE
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

Maintenance Technician

Job ID

118739

Posted

15-May-2023

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s)

Santa Clara - California - United States of America

ABOUT THE ROLE

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• Coordinates 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 the need arises.
• Reviews assigned work orders.
• Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair. Orders vital 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.
• Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
  
  Supervisory Responsibilities
  
  No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. May provide informal assistance such as technical mentorship and/or training to coworkers. May coordinate work and assign tasks.
  
  WHAT YOU'LL DO
  
  To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.
  
  Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair using Electrical, Commercial Lighting, Plumbing, and related building/engineering skills.
  
  WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  
  Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  
  Education and Experience
  
  
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Minimum of one year of related experience (building/engineering operations) and/or trade school training.
    
    
    CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES
    May require valid driver's license.
    
    COMMUNICATION SKILLS
    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.
    
    FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE
    Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages.
    
    REASONING ABILITY
    Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires basic analytical skills.
    
    OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
    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.
    
    SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
    Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.
    
    SAFETY
    Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. This includes but is not limited to:
    1. Complete all required and assigned HSE training at a satisfactory level,
    2. Follow all activity policies and procedures, including all HSE-related requirements at all times,
    3. Participate in all HSE-related programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing and assessment, etc.
    4. Report any conditions which you feel could result in an accident or injury and / or stop work if required.
    
    *California Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training and experience. The salary range is $28 - $30 per hour. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications and experience.
    
    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).
    
    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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