Maintenance Technician-Cambridge

Maintenance Technician-Cambridge

Job

257339

Posted

23-Jan-2026

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Building Management, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management

Location(s)

Arlington - Massachusetts - United States of America, Belmont - Massachusetts - United States of America, Boston - Massachusetts - United States of America, Cambridge - Massachusetts - United States of America, Malden - Massachusetts - United States of America, Medford - Massachusetts - United States of America, Newton - Massachusetts - United States of America, Somerville - Massachusetts - United States of America, Watertown - Massachusetts - United States of America

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.

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* About the Role:

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* As a CBRE Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining small to medium-sized buildings, industrial systems, and equipment. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

** What You'll Do** :

Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and other building systems.

Conduct routine maintenance inspections, diagnose potential problems, and make repairs.

Assist with the installation and modification of building equipment and systems.

Conduct building walk-arounds to develop a comprehensive understanding of the portfolio buildings their layouts, functions and complexities

Investigate faults, identify causes and effect remedies

Review assigned work orders and partner with available systems to track completion.

Support energy management by ensuring all building systems are operating efficiently.

Inspect existing installations for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.

Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems. Exchange straightforward information in a clear, concise manner.

Ensure corrective / repair works are carried out in accordance with current regulations

Impact team through defined duties, methods and tasks as described in detail.

Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance

This is not a comprehensive list of job requirements, additional tasks may be included.

What You'll Need:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5+ years of hands-on experience working in a fast-paced multi-facility corporate environment. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.

Meet the physical requirements of this role including stoping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads in compliance with the rules defined by the applicable H&S regulation.

Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.

Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.

Good customer relationship skills

Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset

A skilled understanding of the proper use of common hand tools

A good understanding of the use of specialized tools and test equipment

A good understanding in the use of computer tools such as productivity software, BMS systems, e-mail, and databases

Documented proof of some basic technical training in mechanical, electrical, or plumbing concepts from an approved accredited institution or a union apprenticeship school

Ability to adapt and learn quickly, work autonomously, approach tasks with a sense of urgency, and address any issues that arise during business hours.

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…