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As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer Supervisor , you'll oversee building systems, preventive maintenance programs, budgets, and a skilled technical team supporting a mission-critical campus. This role ...

As a CBRE Union Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for engineering operations and directing vendors and subcontractors. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function.

About the Role As a CBRE Union Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for engineering operations and directing vendors and subcontractors. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services ...

As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer Supervisor, you will supervise the team responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing ongoing maintenance and repair operations for a facility, a campus, or a ...

About the Role As a CBRE Union Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for engineering operations and directing vendors and subcontractors. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services ...

About the Role As a CBRE Union Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for engineering operations and directing vendors and subcontractors. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services ...

As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer, you will perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repairs of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds. This job is part of the ...

As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer Supervisor, you will supervise the team responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing ongoing maintenance and repair operations for a facility, a campus, or a ...

As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer, you will perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repairs of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds. This job is part of the ...

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant ... Lead the way as a CBRE Chief Building Engineer-where your expertise keeps critical systems running ...

As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer, you will perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repairs of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds. This job is part of the ...

As a CBRE Chief Building Engineer Supervisor, you will supervise the team responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing ongoing maintenance and repair operations for a facility, a campus, or a ...

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Do workers at CBRE get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
46% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 122 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Does CBRE pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
75% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 134 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

At CBRE, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
83% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 144 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from CBRE affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 121 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at CBRE?

Most people get paid time off work.
99% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 151 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 61% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 20% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers at CBRE worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
95% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do CBRE workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
34% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for CBRE workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
70% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at CBRE?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
83% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 141 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do CBRE managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
87% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do jobs at CBRE spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
16% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 133 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at CBRE?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
83% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 142 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is a CBRE job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
88% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

Is working at CBRE good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
83% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at CBRE feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
82% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 133 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at CBRE get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
68% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 138 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at CBRE?

Some people feel stressed out here.
64% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 148 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at CBRE enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
80% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at CBRE recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 151 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at CBRE?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
44% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 142 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at CBRE?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 38% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 140 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think CBRE’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
76% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how CBRE is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
45% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 129 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
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Chief Engineer (Union Local 39) - Critical Cloud Infrastructure Site

Chief Engineer (Union Local 39) - Critical Cloud Infrastructure Site

CBRE

Oakland, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


CBRE rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 347 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

102nd of 487 rated business services


Job description

Job Details
Job Title: Chief Engineer (Union Local 39)
Job Information
Location: Oakland, CA (1587 Franklin Street)
Client: AT&T

About the Role
As a CBRE Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for the hands-on operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and reliability of building systems supporting an approximately 800,000-square-foot mission-critical cloud infrastructure facility in Oakland, California.
This job is part of the Engineering & Technical Services function, which is responsible for providing technical support, preventive maintenance, repairs, and operational excellence across facility systems and infrastructure. The successful candidate will ensure critical building systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while supporting client business continuity requirements.
This is a stationary, on-site position supporting a high-profile cloud infrastructure environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday with emergency on-call responsibilities and response time requirements. Due to client operational needs, candidates must reside within 30 miles of 1587 Franklin Street, Oakland, CA, with closer proximity strongly preferred. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What You'll Do
  • Perform hands-on operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and inspection of critical building systems including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fire/life safety, building automation, and mechanical infrastructure systems.
  • Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability, operational performance, and asset life expectancy.
  • Monitor building systems to ensure equipment performs within design specifications and meets all client operational requirements.
  • Consult with clients and facility stakeholders to schedule maintenance activities and minimize operational disruptions.
  • Respond to emergency situations, equipment failures, and critical incidents, including participation in on-call support and required response time expectations.
  • Coordinate and oversee contractors and vendors performing maintenance, testing, repairs, inspections, and capital improvement projects.
  • Review and interpret engineering schematics, construction documents, specifications, as-built drawings, operating procedures, and equipment manuals.
  • Support facility capital projects, infrastructure upgrades, commissioning activities, and system replacements.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, testing documentation, inspection reports, and operational logs.
  • Identify opportunities to improve reliability, operational efficiency, safety performance, and energy management initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals.
  • Manage and maintain an operations document library including construction and structural plans, MEP schedules, schematics, equipment manuals, warranties, maintenance procedures, and other critical facility documentation.

What You'll Need
  • High School Diploma, GED, technical certification, or trade school diploma. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial building engineering, critical facilities, mission-critical environments, cloud infrastructure, telecommunications, data centers, or similar technical facilities.
  • EPA Universal Certification required at the time of hire.
  • Strong hands-on experience operating, maintaining, and repairing commercial building systems.
  • Strong project management, budgeting, and compliance skills.
  • Proficiency reading and interpreting schematics, construction specifications, engineering drawings, and as-built documentation.
  • Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, asset services teams, and engineering leadership to support facility operations and projects.
  • Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience supporting preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced mission-critical environment.
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including standing, walking, climbing ladders, working in mechanical spaces, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Stationary Engineer Local 39 Chief Certification preferred.
  • The successful candidate that does not currently hold a Local 39 Chief Certification must obtain the certification within one (1) year of employment.
  • Experience supporting mission-critical cloud infrastructure, data center, telecommunications, or other high-availability environments.
  • Familiarity with building automation systems and critical facility operations.
  • Experience working in union environments.

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.
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.
Disclaimers
Location Requirement:
This position supports a critical cloud infrastructure customer with emergency response requirements. Candidates must reside within 40 miles of 1587 Franklin Street, Oakland, CA, with closer proximity preferred. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Compensation Disclosure:
The hourly rate for this position is $93.35 per hour. Compensation for this role is determined in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and is not individually negotiated. As a union-represented position, the established wage rate, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment are governed by the CBA. All qualified employees in this classification are compensated in accordance with the applicable union agreement, consistent with California pay transparency and equal pay requirements.

The hourly rate for this position is $93.35 per hour. Compensation for this role is determined in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and is not individually negotiated. As a union-represented position, the established wage rate, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment are governed by the CBA. All qualified employees in this classification are compensated in accordance with the applicable union agreement, consistent with California pay transparency and equal pay requirements.
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).
CBRE GWS
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.
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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

Real estate

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

Year founded

1906

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