Union Mobile Maintenance Engineer (CWA)

About the Role

As a CBRE Union Mobile Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and inspections on commercial HVAC and building systems across a portfolio of client locations throughout the Milwaukee market. This position plays a critical role in ensuring facilities operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while delivering exceptional service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial HVAC, mechanical, and building systems.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine appropriate corrective actions to restore system performance.
• Service, maintain, and repair commercial HVAC equipment including rooftop units (RTUs), split systems, air handling units, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and VAV systems.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on motors, controls, relays, VFDs, and associated building systems.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems (BAS) and building controls.
• Complete assigned work orders and preventive maintenance tasks through a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Identify equipment deficiencies and recommend repairs, upgrades, or replacements to improve reliability and performance.
• Conduct inspections of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems to maintain compliance with operational standards.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations and support after-hours service requests as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports, and documentation in accordance with company and client requirements.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, policies, and union work rules while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Provide outstanding customer service while interacting with clients, vendors, and facility occupants.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school certification with 4+ years of commercial HVAC, facilities maintenance, or related technical experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• EPA Universal Certification required.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work from heights, and perform physical maintenance activities in varying environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of commercial HVAC systems, electrical systems, controls, and mechanical equipment.
• Experience servicing equipment such as RTUs, split systems, chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, air handlers, and VFDs.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with mobile technology, work order systems, and basic Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Wisconsin HVAC Journeyman, Refrigeration, or related technical license preferred.
• NATE Certification.
• Additional HVAC, refrigeration, controls, boiler, or mechanical certifications.
• Experience in commercial office buildings, healthcare facilities, industrial environments, manufacturing plants, educational facilities, or critical environments.
• Previous experience supporting multiple client sites in a mobile service capacity.

Pay

The current union wage rate for this position is $53.45 per hour, effective August 1, 2026.

Schedule

Full-Time with On-Call Rotation as Needed.

Location: Milwaukee, WI | Job Family/Function: Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Engineering & Technical Services | Union: Communications Workers of America (CWA)