CBRE · 14 hours ago
Union Utility Engineer - Washington, D.C.
Washington, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$53.94/hr - $53.94/hr
5+ years expCBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services and investment. The Union Utility Engineer will operate, inspect, and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment in assigned facilities to ensure efficient results and minimize downtime through proactive maintenance and testing.
FinanceReal EstateCommercialFinancial ServicesProperty Development
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
Perform skilled electrical work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems
Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
Perform the installation of conduit, including electrical-metallic tubing, plastic-mold, and wire-mold
Perform the installation of transformers, control boards, electronic circuits, coils, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, switches, fuses, and related electrical equipment in electrical generating and distributing stations and buildings
Perform additions, extensions, or alterations to electrical installations for power, light, heat, and appliances in buildings and on grounds
Troubleshoot, perform repairs, and test a variety of motors, electrical circuits, machinery, transformers, meters, and recording instruments
Perform installations and connections of motors, lights, controllers, voltage regulators, racks, and various electrical fixtures
Inspect and perform cleaning and maintenance to electrical equipment and motors, including replacement of brushes and necessary parts
Determine modifications required when obstructions are met while installing electrical systems
Assist in operating and maintaining cathodic protection on gas and water distribution systems
Ensure a safe work environment
Maintain and perform repairs to equipment and tools
Attending related training sessions
Assist other staff as necessary
Perform other duties as assigned
Review and interpret blueprints and determine material lists and costs
Estimate time and materials necessary to perform a job
Assist with inspections of new installations and/or modifications performed by others
Obtain electrical permits when required
Secure meter applications when required
Organize and direct the work of journeypersons and helpers as assigned
Train journeypersons and helpers as assigned
Perform related tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
High School diploma or GED completed vocational training
Apprenticeship
5 years of in-field experience in commercial electrical work
Fully understands local electrical codes, procedures, and specialized skills
Possess and maintain a journeyman Electrician license
Possess and maintain a Driver's License
Benefits
401(K)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Company
CBRE
Operating across every dimension of commercial real estate, CBRE sees more so you can do more.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.8BKey Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2024-02-20Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Robert Bernard
Chief Sustainability Officer, SVP Client Sustainability Solutions
Bradley Wilner
Executive Vice President
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