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Building Engineer (Woodland, CA)

CBRE

Woodland, CAJob$70–77K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$70–77K/yr
Location
Woodland, CA
Work Authorization
Work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Local Or State Required Certifications Or Licenses, required

Job overview

The Building Engineer monitors, maintains, and repairs building systems across a large hospital campus in Woodland, California, with a strong priority on HVAC maintenance. The role also supports plumbing, electrical, structural, fire and life safety, and building control systems. The engineer conducts preventive maintenance, responds to repair needs, completes work orders, and helps ensure equipment operates safely and within design capabilities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HVAC Maintenance, nice to haveTroubleshooting, nice to havePlumbing Repair, nice to haveElectrical Repair, nice to havePreventive Maintenance, nice to haveFire and Life Safety, nice to haveBuilding Systems Maintenance, nice to haveMicrosoft Office, requiredJudgment, requiredOrganizational Skills, requiredMathematical Skills, requiredLifting 50+ Lbs, required

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School Diploma or Equivalent Experience and Education, required4+ Years Job-Related Experience, requiredUniversal CFC Certification, nice to haveLocal or State Required Certifications or Licenses, requiredPrior Shift Management or Supervisory Experience, nice to haveUS Work Authorization Without Sponsorship, required

Full job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing building systems across a large hospital campus in Woodland, CA. This role has a strong priority on HVAC maintenance, including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, filter changes, and repairs to help ensure reliable building operations and appropriate environmental conditions for patients, staff, and visitors. You will also support the safe and efficient operation of plumbing, electrical, structural, fire and life safety, and building control systems.

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:

  • Perform HVAC maintenance, including filter changes, troubleshooting, and repairs.

  • Complete plumbing repairs, including unclogging toilets and repairing leaks.

  • Perform basic electrical repairs, including replacing outlets and light switches.

  • Inspect fire extinguishers and fire exit signs to support fire and life safety compliance.

  • Conduct routine preventive maintenance on building systems and equipment.

  • Complete assigned work orders accurately and on schedule.

  • Maintain and repair mechanical, plumbing, structural, fire, life safety, and control systems.

  • Assist with implementing preventive maintenance programs to help building systems meet or exceed their rated life.

  • Respond to emergency repair needs as required.

  • Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental requirements, company policies, and work safety directives.

  • Inspect fire alarms, HVAC systems, plumbing systems, and other building equipment.

  • Verify that equipment operates within design capabilities and supports the environmental conditions established by the client.

  • 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. Universal CFC certification is preferred. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions. Prior shift management 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.

  • Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

  • 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 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.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Building Engineer position is $70,000 annually or $33.65 per hour and the maximum salary for the Building Engineer position is $76,960 annually or $37.00 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have 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 [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

How this job compares

Set against the 735 open Building Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$70–77K/yr
  • California median$93–107K/yr30 salary ranges
  • US median$90–110K/yr164 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $73K, is 24% below the California median midpoint ($97K) — in the lowest quarter of Building Engineer salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 112 open Building Engineer jobs in California and 735 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Building Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (627 postings).
Education
39 of the 735 open Building Engineer jobs (5%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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