Union Mobile Maintenance Engineer
CBRE · Appleton, WI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 8 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at CBRE (industrial) in Appleton, WI. You will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and inspections on commercial HVAC and building systems across a portfolio of client locations.
- They ask for
- 4+ years
- Tools it names
- Automation
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 20 other live reliability postings in Wisconsin.
- Experience asked
- Typical (4+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 38%
- FDA / GMP 29%
- DOE 24%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 24%
- EHS / safety 24%
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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. This position plays a critical role in ensuring facilities operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while delivering exceptional service to our clients.
This job is part of the Engineering & Technical Services function. The team is responsible for providing preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, and operational support for building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and related equipment. Team members help maintain safe and comfortable environments by responding to maintenance requests, diagnosing system issues, and implementing effective solutions.
This is a mobile role requiring travel between assigned facilities. The successful candidate will have strong commercial HVAC experience, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple service requests. Participation in a rotating on-call schedule may be required.
What You'll Do
- ◆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.
What You'll Need
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓Experience utilizing Building Automation Systems (BAS) preferred.
- ✓Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
- ✓Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- ✓Strong communication and customer service skills.
- ✓Proficiency with mobile technology, work order systems, and basic Microsoft Office applications.
- ✓Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work from heights, and perform physical maintenance activities in varying environmental conditions.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Journeyman HVAC License
- ✓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
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
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Job Title
Union Mobile Maintenance Engineer (CWA)
Job Information
- •Location: Appleton, WI
- •Job Family/Function: Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Engineering & Technical Services
- •Union: Communications Workers of America (CWA)
- •Union Hourly Rate: $53.45/hour (effective 8/1/2026)
