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HVAC Engineer

CBRE

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Compensation
$45–65/hr
Location
San Jose, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The CBRE HVAC Engineer maintains mechanical and electrical equipment for complex commercial HVAC systems through performance testing and scheduled maintenance. The role includes servicing building controls and HVAC equipment, troubleshooting failures, and supporting team operations. It also involves coaching colleagues, applying technical principles to complex assignments, and communicating sensitive information. Candidates need a high school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4–5 years of job-related experience, or a combination of education and experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HVAC Systems MaintenanceElectrical ControlsPneumatic ControlsInstrument CalibrationEquipment TroubleshootingMicrosoft OfficeJudgmentOrganizational SkillsMathematical SkillsPhysical StaminaLifting 50 Pounds

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED or Trade School Diploma or Equivalent Experience and Education4+ Years Job-Related Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE HVAC Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment for complex commercial HVAC systems by conducting proactive performance testing and ongoing scheduled maintenance.

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:

  • Assign tasks to team members. Ensure all duties are done in a timely manner.

  • Install, repair, adjust, service and maintain electric or pneumatic control systems used for building heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment, including calibration of related instruments, gauges, and control components.

  • Inspect and conduct ongoing maintenance on building HVAC equipment to ensure proper operation of equipment and compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and work safety.

  • Troubleshoot equipment failures and identify the best course of action for equipment modifications.

  • Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and 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. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.

  • Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and the ability to 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.

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.

BENEFITS

  • Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.

  • Internal advancement available after 6 month mark

  • Work/life balance

  • Competitive Pay

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.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Other Job titles: Facilities Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Building Systems Engineer, Senior Maintenance Technician, HVAC Engineer, HVAC, commercial, EPA Universal, Electrician, Plumber, Service Technician,

*California Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training and experience. The salary range is $45 - $65 per hour. The compensation 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 627 open HVAC Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$45–65/hr
  • US median$38–46/hr72 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $55/hr, is 25% above the US median midpoint ($44/hr) — in the top quarter of HVAC Engineer hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 46 open HVAC Engineer jobs in California and 627 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
HVAC Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 4 to 8 years (556 postings).
Education
360 of the 627 open HVAC Engineer jobs (57%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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