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Mobile Building Engineer Lead

CBRE

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Compensation
$46.15–55.28/hr
Location
Tacoma, WA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Universal CFC Certification, requiredValid Driver's License, required

Job overview

The Mobile Building Engineer Lead leads preventive maintenance and corrective repairs across buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds. The role oversees building-system maintenance, inspections, work orders, inventory, and emergency repairs, while coordinating code and safety compliance. It also coaches colleagues and applies engineering principles to complex assignments. Candidates need a high school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4–5 years of job-related experience, or a considered combination of education and experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Preventive Maintenance, nice to haveCorrective Repairs, nice to haveMechanical Systems, nice to haveIndustrial Systems, nice to havePlumbing Systems, nice to haveStructural Systems, nice to haveLife Safety Systems, nice to haveControl Systems, nice to haveWork Order Management, nice to haveInventory Management, nice to haveFire Alarm Systems, nice to haveHVAC Systems, nice to haveCode Compliance, nice to haveMicrosoft Office, requiredJudgment, requiredAdaptability, requiredOrganizational Skills, requiredMathematics, requiredPhysical Stamina, requiredLifting 50+ Pounds, required

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School Diploma, required4+ Years Job-Related Experience, requiredUniversal CFC Certification, requiredValid Driver's License, requiredWork Authorization Without Sponsorship, required

Benefits

401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Mobile Building Engineer Lead, you will be responsible for leading preventive maintenance and corrective repairs for buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds.

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:

  • Oversee maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, industrial, plumbing, structural, life safety, and control systems for the facility to keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.

  • Review assigned work orders, estimate time and materials needed to complete the repair and maintain inventory of adequate supplies and tools.

  • Direct the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life; oversee repairs and emergency maintenance as needed.

  • Review inspections of building and industrial systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.

  • Coordinate compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.

  • Operate company-issued vehicles in the execution of daily work responsibilities.

  • 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 the company's 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 and Valid Driver’s license required.

  • 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.

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.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

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

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.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the [ Mobile Building Engineer Lead ] position is [$46.15 per hour] and the maximum salary for the [Mobile Building Engineer Lead] position is [$55.28 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. 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 717 open Building Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$46.15–55.28/hr
  • Washington median$36–44/hr42 hourly ranges
  • US median$36–44/hr302 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $50.72/hr, is 29% above the Washington median midpoint ($39/hr) — in the top quarter of Building Engineer hourly ranges in Washington.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 48 open Building Engineer jobs in Washington and 717 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Washington
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 (614 postings).
Education
38 of the 717 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 10, 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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