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As a CBRE Union Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for performing a variety of basic custodial, building, and other maintenance duties. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical ...

Union Maintenance Assistant

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Job Title Union Maintenance Assistant Summary Responsible to perform non-technical general building maintenance and repair duties, light maintenance activities, custodial duties and minor repairs.

Union Maintenance Mechanic (Local 835)

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$25.25 - $32.25/hr

Union Maintenance Mechanic (Local 835) Telecom Facility | Multi-Building Campus About the Role CBRE is seeking a Union Maintenance Mechanic to support a mission-critical telecom facility spanning ...

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How much do union maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for union maintenance in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Union Maintenance job?

A Union Maintenance job involves performing routine repairs, upkeep, and troubleshooting of equipment, buildings, or machinery while being a member of a labor union. Workers in this role follow union guidelines, ensuring fair wages, benefits, and workplace protections. Responsibilities may include plumbing, electrical work, HVAC maintenance, and general facility repairs. These roles exist in various industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and commercial buildings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Union Maintenance position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Union Maintenance worker, you typically need strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, a high school diploma or GED, and completion of a formal apprenticeship or relevant vocational training. Familiarity with hand and power tools, industrial equipment, blueprints, and safety certifications such as OSHA 10 are often required. Attention to detail, a strong work ethic, effective communication, and teamwork are crucial soft skills in this field. These skills ensure safe, efficient equipment repairs and foster a collaborative environment on unionized job sites.

What does a typical day look like for a Union Maintenance worker?

A typical day for a Union Maintenance worker involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining equipment and machinery to keep operations running smoothly. You might troubleshoot electrical or mechanical issues, perform preventative maintenance, and collaborate with other skilled trades or production staff to address urgent repairs. The work environment can be industrial, commercial, or construction-based, and there is often a strong focus on safety and teamwork. Over time, union maintenance positions can offer opportunities to advance into lead or supervisory roles as you gain more experience and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Union Maintenance job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,662 per year, or $31.6 per hour.
Union Maintenance Assistant

Union Maintenance Assistant

CBRE

San Diego, CA • On-site

$25.19/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


CBRE rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 341 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

90th of 449 rated business services


Job description

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.
About the Role:
As a CBRE Union Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for performing a variety of basic custodial, building, and other maintenance duties. 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:
  • Develop skills to perform basic preventative and reactive maintenance.
  • Follow a set procedure in the performance of repetitive tasks or job activities.
  • Complete paperwork for property damage, equipment malfunctions, and unusual activities.
  • Assist with monitoring the supply, equipment usage, and record inventory needs.
  • 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.
  • High School Diploma, GED, or currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year college program or technical school. Valid Driver's License required.
  • 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 develop skills to perform basic activities in own job.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
  • Organizational skills with an 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.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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 realize your full potential.
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.
These updates reflect our commitment to clarity, inclusivity, and a consistent candidate experience across all postings. I ask you to encourage your teams to begin incorporating the updated statements into all new job adverts immediately - this will help us maintain alignment with our brand tone and hiring values.
The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Union Maintenance Assistant position is $25.19 hourly. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale.
Equal Employment Opportunity: 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.
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).
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The real estate industry is undergoing significant and exciting change, increasingly driven by data and technology. At CBRE, the world's premier commercial real estate services company, we empower teams to take ownership over that technology and shape it, offering both nimble, research-driven product design and the resources of a Fortune 500 business. We approach culture with intention, valuing camaraderie, collaboration, inclusivity and a healthy work/life balance. The user experience team is passionate about the quality, usability, and simplicity of the experiences we create. Individuals in these roles gather these key user insights, and then use them to inspire and inform product strategy and design solutions. We partner closely with each other, engineering, and product management to create innovative, usable, great-looking products.

Industry

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

Year founded

1906

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