About the Job
Maintenance Technician – CBRE (Allentown, PA)
CBRE seeks a Maintenance Technician for its Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) team in Allentown, PA. This role involves complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, systems, equipment, vehicles, and grounds across multiple sites within a region. Extensive regional travel is required.
About CBRE GWS:
CBRE GWS partners with clients to optimize real estate’s contribution to organizational productivity. We deliver integrated solutions through a client-centric account management model.
About the Role:
Working under limited supervision, the Maintenance Technician performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks, requiring flexibility in scheduling.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform day-to-day repairs, emergency maintenance, and preventive maintenance, maintaining records.
- Review work orders, estimate time and materials, order supplies, and use CMMS.
- Troubleshoot and repair building systems (plumbing, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, HVAC/R).
- Inspect new installations for code compliance.
- Inspect building systems (fire alarms, HVAC/R, plumbing).
- Oversee and inspect contractor work.
- Maintain building lighting systems.
- Maintain grounds (raking, sweeping, leaf blowing, snow removal).
- Perform furniture assembly and locksmith tasks.
- Respond to emergencies.
- Report daily work activity via PDA.
What You’ll Need:
- High school diploma or GED and 4+ years of related experience/trade school training.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Ability to estimate repair time and materials and maintain inventory.
- Ability to implement preventive maintenance programs and oversee repairs.
- Ability to meet physical requirements (stooping, standing, walking, climbing, lifting 50+ lbs).
- Ability to operate a full-size van/truck.
- Licensure as required by AHJ.
- Universal CFC certification (preferred).
- Excellent communication skills.
- Computer/PDA proficiency.
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
Why CBRE?
- Culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence.
- Benefits start on the 1st of the month (medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k).
- Internal advancement available after 6 months.
- Work/life balance (40-45 hours/week).
- Competitive pay, company vehicle, gas card, phone, and iPad.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
CBRE is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of protected characteristics.
Candidate Accommodations:
CBRE provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact us for assistance.
COVID-19 Considerations:
Some positions may require compliance with COVID-19 protocols. Inquire with your recruiter.