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Operating Engineer - Omaha, NE

CBRE

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Location
Omaha, NE
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Third Degree Stationary Operator's License

Job overview

The CBRE Operating Engineer ensures the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems at an assigned property. The role performs building repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance, responds to emergencies, and documents work. It requires a Third Degree Stationary Operator's License issued by the City of Omaha, along with a high school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma and 4–5 years of job-related experience, or a combination of education and experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PlumbingElectrical SystemsHVACMechanical SystemsEquipment MaintenanceBuilding RepairsEquipment InspectionMicrosoft OfficeJudgmentOrganizational SkillsInquisitivenessLifting 50 Lbs

Qualifications

Third Degree Stationary Operator's LicenseHigh School Diploma or Equivalent4+ Years Job-Related ExperiencePrior Shift Manager or Supervisory Experience

Full job description

Building Operations and Experience (BOE) 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 Operating Engineer, you will be responsible to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems for an assigned property.

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 all plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building.

  • Maintain heating equipment, chillers, DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, etc.

  • Verify field conditions and perform any necessary repairs or adjustments.

  • Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, and floors and other general repairs, adjustments, and installations throughout the property.

  • Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures. This includes water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, lavatories, etc.

  • Inspect engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling tower, all motors, house pumps, electric rooms, back-up generator, fire pumps, sump pumps, and ejector pumps.

  • Replace lamps, light fixtures, reinstall or replace signage.

  • Document and report activities to supervisor.

  • Respond immediately to emergency situations. This includes fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.

  • Complete all required Safety Training as scheduled and answer customer inquiries in a timely fashion.

  • 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:

  • Third Degree Stationary Operator's License issued by the City of Omaha

  • 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. Prior shift manager 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.

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.

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 [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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 443 open Building Maintenance jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$65–77K/yr55 salary ranges
  • US median$25–29/hr210 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 443 open Building Maintenance jobs across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Building Maintenance postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (276 postings).
Education
1 of the 443 open Building Maintenance jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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