
Assistant Chief Engineer- Local 39
Fremont, CAJob$87.21/hrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Job overview
The Assistant Chief Engineer performs complex preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs, and installations on building systems and equipment. The role monitors building operations, maintains equipment and common areas, oversees contractor work, and responds to emergencies and customer concerns. Candidates need a high school, GED, or trade school diploma with 5–8 years of job-related experience, or a combination of education and experience in lieu of a diploma. Prior supervisory experience and EPA Section 608 certification are preferred.
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About the Role:
Performs complex preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs andinstallations of electrical, mechanical, plumbing and/or HVAC equipment,machinery and controls located in the interior and exterior of buildings.Working under general direction, monitors building system operations andperformance. Has critical, specialized knowledge required at client site.
What You'll Do
Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency andCompany directives related to building operations and work safety.
Operates, maintains, monitors, and performs preventive, predictive, andcorrective maintenance on building equipment, which may include cold rooms, mechanical/HVAC/plumbingsystems, electrical/cabling, fire detection and suppression, life safety,lighting, temperature control systems, building management systems, and digitalsystems.
Maintains the professional appearance of the property, equipment, engineeringspaces, and common areas.
Maintains the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairsor replacements.
Prepare estimates detailing the amount of time and materials needed forcompleting tasks. Maintains adequate supplies and tools and orders necessarymaterials to complete all tasks.
Maintains an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operateall systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.
Oversee and inspect the work performed by outside contractors. Contracted workmay include landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbing, andcleaning.
Performs work in compliance with standard operating procedures and/or criticalwork packages, and maintenance work instructions.
Performs specialized and complex tasks such as carpentry, electrical, painting,roofing, HVAC, welding, furniture assembly/relocation and locksmith tasks.Performs inspection of building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, plumbingand electrical.
Uses pc and/or pda for work order system, email, ESS and training. Responds toemergency situations and customer concerns.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 5-8 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.
Preferred: EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification
GMP manufacturing experience. SAP experience.
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.
The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions
Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat 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.
Should any element of this Job Description conflict with the provisions of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement will prevail.
Collective Bargaining Agreement: The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Assistant Chief Engineer is $87.21 an hour. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
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 602 open Building Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$87.21/hr
- California median$46–50/hr82 hourly ranges
- US median$37–44/hr251 hourly ranges
This rate, $87.21/hr, is 81% above the California median midpoint ($48/hr) — in the top quarter of Building Engineer hourly ranges in California.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 105 open Building Engineer jobs in California and 602 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in California
- CBRE (this employer)46 open
- ABM Industries31 open
- Action Property Management5 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Building Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (525 postings).
- Education
- 44 of the 602 open Building Engineer jobs (7%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 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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