Union Data Center Building Engineer

Union Data Center Building Engineer

Job

255748

Posted

15-Jan-2026

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Building Management, Data Centers, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management

Location(s)

Secaucus - New Jersey - United States of America

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* About the Role:

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* As a CBRE Union Data Center Engineer, you will be a part of a team responsible for a site's equipment maintenance and instrument calibration processes.

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:*
* + This role applies advance skills to perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs in a Data Center operation. Oversight of electrical and mechanical systems, including but not limited to:
Universal Power Supply (UPS) systems, generators, chillers, Electrical Distribution, HVAC systems, Building Management Systems (BMS) systems, and CMMS Work Dispatching.

Perform daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering (M&E) systems and technical equipment, including servicing and maintenance.

+ Under close supervision, complete assigned work according to established processes and procedures in accordance with CBRE's Environment, Health and Safety Policy - ensuring all safety processes and PPE requirements are followed. Also, ensure all regulatory requirements and quality standards are met.

+ Coordinate third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with CBRE's developed processes, procedures, and all applicable laws/regulations.

+ Accompany vendors on site visits on an as needed basis, and ensure site standards are met.

+ Help build and develop work processes, Job Hazard Analysis reports, and SOPs for critical work with risk assessment.

+ Ensure that CERM documents and logbooks are updated. Complete all required training in order to ensure successful completion of all job-related responsibilities.

+ Troubleshoot, diagnose, and restore routine technical service and equipment.

+ Address major network problems impacting multiple business locations, major network elements, or site outages. Verify all documentation is accurate and maintained.

+ Maintain routine maintenance schedules, system configurations, technical reference materials, etc.

+ Participate in user training of system and application updates/enhancements.
Create training documentation.

+ Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.

+ Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.

+ Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.

+ Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams.

+ Work within broad guidelines and policies.

+ Explain difficult or sensitive information.

** What You'll Need:*
* + High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.

+ Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

+ Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.

+ Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.

+ In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

+ Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.

* Should any element of this

Job Description conflict with the provisions of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement will prevail.

** Why CBRE:*
* A culture of respect, integrity, service and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity!

We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in!

- Benefits start 1st of the month:
Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.

- Internal advancement available after 6-month mark

- 40-45 hours a week

- Competitive Pay

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.

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