Union Utility Engineer

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) - Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery. 

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

About the role 

Operates, inspects, and maintains mechanical and electrical equipment in assigned facilities to achieve the most efficient results. Assures that equipment is being maintained in a safe manner. Minimizes downtime through proactive performance testing and scheduled maintenance.
 

What you will do:

Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment,

appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.

• Perform skilled electrical work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.

• Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.

• Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.

• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.

• Perform the installation of conduit, including electrical-metallic tubing, plastic-mold,  and wire-mold.

• Perform the installation of transformers, control boards, electronic circuits, coils, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, switches, fuses, and related electrical equipment in electrical generating and distributing stations and buildings.

• Perform additions, extensions, or alterations to electrical installations for power, light, heat, and appliances in buildings and on grounds.

• Troubleshoot, perform repairs, and test a variety of motors, electrical circuits, machinery, transformers, meters, and recording instruments.

• Perform installations and connections of motors, lights, controllers, voltage regulators, racks, and various electrical fixtures.

• Inspect and perform cleaning and maintenance to electrical equipment and motors, including replacement of brushes and necessary parts.

• Determine modifications required when obstructions are met while installing electrical systems.

• Assist in operating and maintaining cathodic protection on gas and water distribution systems.

• Ensure a safe work environment.

• Maintain and perform repairs to equipment and tools.

• Attending related training sessions.

• Assist other staff as necessary.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Review and interpret blueprints and determine material lists and costs.

• Estimate time and materials necessary to perform a job.

• Assist with inspections of new installations and/or modifications performed by others.

• Obtain electrical permits when required.

• Secure meter applications when required.

• Organize and direct the work of journeypersons and helpers as assigned.

• Train journeypersons and helpers as assigned.

• Perform related tasks as assigned.

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.

• High School diploma or GED completed vocational training.

• Apprenticeship

• 5 years of in-field experience in commercial electrical work.

• Fully understands local electrical codes, procedures, and specialized skills

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Possess and maintain a journeyman Electrician license.

• Possess and maintain a Driver’s License.

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.

Why CBRE? 

We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we’re able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.

Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.

Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You’ll have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values—they're a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business to new opportunities.