What are the responsibilities and job description for the Union Engineer Helper position at CBRE and Careers?
About The Role:
As a CBRE Union Helper, you will perform technical, and non-technical general building maintenance, and minor repair duties.
This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on mechanical and HVAC equipment and systems.
What You'll Do:
- Assist the engineering staff in operating the building mechanical and HVAC systems
- Assist in the maintenance and repairs of all equipment incidental to the operation of the building mechanical and HVAC systems
- Perform general labor work as assigned including receiving deliveries, loading, unloading, moving materials, and putting away stock.
- Perform building checks of mechanical areas and logging conditions during daily rounds
- Identify and report maintenance hazards or other property condition concerns.
- Perform housekeeping functions within all mechanical and HVAC spaces for upkeep. This includes, but not limited to sweeping, mopping, and painting.
- Perform other minor repairs under supervision.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
- Follow a set procedure in the performance of repetitive tasks or job activities.
- Impact through methods, tasks, and duties which are clearly defined and followed with little to no discretion.
What You'll Need:
To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- At least five of the following certificates of fitness issued by the New York City Fire Department:
- A35 - Operate and Maintain Air Compressors
- F60 – Fire Guard for Torch Operation
- G60 – Torch Operation
- S12 – Citywide Sprinkler System
- S13 – Standpipe System
- S14 – Standpipe System, multi zone
- S95 – Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems
- F01 – Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment
- P98 – Supervise Fuel Oil Transfer
- P99 – Low Pressure Oil Burner Operator
- High School Diploma, GED, or currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year college program or technical school.
- May require a valid driver's license.
- Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
- Ability to develop skills to perform basic activities in own job.
- Proven ability to optimally communicate.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Organizational skills with an inquisitive mentality.
- Simple math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.
Local 94 engineer agreement helper job definition
(e) Helpers: Assist the engineer and/or mechanic in the performance of their duties and perform tasks appropriate to individual skill level outside the presence of an engineer/mechanic as directed by management and/or engineers/mechanics. The parties recognize that management’s hiring and use of helpers is critical to the industry’s successful future. The position of helper is designed to be a step on the path to becoming an engineer. Hence, after January 1, 2011, it is the parties’ intent that the helper classification will not be available to newly hired helpers on a “career” basis, except on the mutual consent of the Employer and Union.
Why CBRE
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.
Our Values in Hiring
At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
Disclaimers
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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.
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
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.
About CBRE Group, Inc.
CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at 1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and 1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
Salary : $58,344