Union Lead Mechanic; Part-Time

Oberlin - Ohio - United States of America

Step into a leadership role where your hands‑on expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems keeps facilities running efficiently and safely. As a CBRE Union Lead Mechanic, you'll oversee maintenance operations, mentor team members, and address repairs with minimal direction. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a union environment that values craftsmanship, partnership, and technical perfection while supporting a large hospital in Oberlin, OH.

This position could work up to 28 hours per week; more details will be supplied during the interview process.

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.

• Partner with internal teams on sophisticated maintenance and repair efforts.
• Perform inspections and repairs to assigned property interior and exterior areas. This includes HVAC units, boilers, cooling towers, etc.
• Review and assign work orders to team members. Directly complete ongoing preventive maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Conduct facility inspections and due diligence efforts. Report on conditions that impact client occupancy and operations.
• Complete hazard assessments. Maintain compliance with state, county, or city ordinances, codes, or laws.
• Exchange straightforward information, ask questions, and check for understanding.
• Operate, maintain, and fix various MEP systems including central plant configurations, AC package units, VAV air distribution, building automation systems, DDC and pneumatic controls, life safety systems, generators, electrical distribution and luminaire systems, and plumbing systems/fixtures to ensure accurate and efficient operation.
• Coordinate the equipment/system Property Management program (Angus), including printing, assisting in coordination of staff to complete associated tasks, documenting readings/issues, and closing work orders.
• Conduct building system inspections to maintain required certifications.
• Possess strong solving skills, be able to read equipment schematics, apply diagnostic logic, and coordinate accurate repairs with limited supervision.
• Be flexible with the ability to work additional hours or adjust the schedule if required, including participating in the after‑hours "on‑call" program.

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma or equivalent experience with 2–3 years of job‑related experience.
• Show leadership by mentoring staff, evaluating reports, developing employees, taking corrective actions, and modeling integrity.
• Must possess and maintain CFC Universal certification for this position or obtain within first year of hire.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role, including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting/carrying heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and a CMMS.

• Benefits start 1st of the month:
  Medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, holiday pay, and more!
• Internal advancement available after 6‑month mark.
• Work/Life Balance: 40-45 hours a week.
• Competitive pay.

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

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.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Union Operating Engineer position is $26 per hour and the maximum salary is $30 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

CBRE has a long‑standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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