Automation Engineer Apprentice

About the role

The Automation Engineer Apprenticeship program at CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) offers an extensive paid training in the Technical Engineering field. Participants gain valuable skills through a combination of 12 weeks of classroom instruction and on-the-job learning.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.
• Solve electrical and mechanical automation issues related to all material handling equipment, including PLCs, motors, photo-eyes, industrial communications, and more.
• Troubleshoot and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment.
• Cultivate positive working relationships with Client and Operations Maintenance team members.
• Perform other job-related duties as needed or assigned.

Requirements

• Two years of experience working in a maintenance support role.
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Ability to attend a 12-week in-person paid training at a designated training provider.
• Proficiency using computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). Programming experience a plus.
• Ability to solve problems and carry out general instructions in standard situations such as routine maintenance, repairs, preventative measures, emergency responses, coordination, and safety compliance.
• Ability to move up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks including stooping, standing, walking, and climbing stairs/ladders with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages.
• Experience using powered or non-powered hand tools.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Disability benefit program.
• 401(k) company matching.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Paid parental leave.

Pay

Competitive pay is offered.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Skills

Programming experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Disability benefit program.
• 401(k) company matching.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Paid parental leave.

Why CBRE?

We invest in our employees' development. The core of our strategy is the view that development happens through three key activities: on-the-job learning, coaching, and formal training. We provide resources that support employees in developing skills to enhance performance in their current role as well as for future roles.

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.