Union Engineer

About the role

As a CBRE Union Engineer, you will support facility operations for a major telecommunications client in Waukesha, WI, ensuring critical systems and infrastructure operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. You will perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs across a wide range of building systems, while responding to complex technical issues and supporting business continuity.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and restore routine and complex building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and control systems.
• Address major system or network-related issues impacting facility operations, including outages affecting multiple areas or critical infrastructure.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance, including inspections, testing, adjustments, and repairs based on established schedules.
• Maintain and repair HVAC systems such as chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handling units, ventilation systems, and associated piping and controls.
• Support electrical systems up to 480V, including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, lighting, and distribution equipment.
• Maintain plumbing systems, including domestic water, drainage, pumps, and related infrastructure.
• Monitor and support building automation systems (BAS/BMS), including sensors, controllers, dampers, and system programming interfaces.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, system configurations, and maintenance activities to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
• Participate in training and knowledge-sharing activities, including developing user documentation for systems and process improvements.
• Respond to emergencies and critical incidents, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective solutions.
• Coach and mentor team members, sharing technical expertise and supporting skill development across disciplines.
• Lead by example, modeling CBRE RISE values and collaborating with stakeholders to drive consensus and effective solutions.

What You’ll Need

• A high school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4–5 years of relevant experience; or a combination of education and experience.
• EPA Universal Certification (required).
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Prior shift lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems in a commercial or industrial environment.
• Experience working in a union environment or with collective bargaining agreements preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and an inquisitive, problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to communicate complex or sensitive information clearly to team members and stakeholders.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders, and working in various environmental conditions.