Building Maintenance Mechanic
Job ID
265446
Posted
09-Jun-2026
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management
Location(s)
Westford - Massachusetts - United States of America
Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) 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:
The Building Engineer is responsible for the safe operation, monitoring, and maintenance of complex HVAC, electrical, life safety, and critical infrastructure systems at a commercial office facility in Westford, Massachusetts. The facility includes a centralized chilled water plant, cooling towers, data center cooling equipment, emergency generators, and extensive electrical distribution systems. This position does not include steam or hot water boiler operation and therefore does not require a Massachusetts Stationary Engineer (DFS) license. The role focuses on system operation, preventive maintenance, emergency response, and coordination with licensed contractors in compliance with applicable Massachusetts and federal regulations.
The facility includes:
What you'll do:
Mechanical & HVAC Operations
Operate and monitor:
Chillers (centrifugal and reciprocating)
Cooling towers and chemical treatment systems
Chilled and condenser water pumps
Fan coil units, VAV boxes (with and without reheat)
Data center CRAC and Liebert cooling systems
Monitor BAS/BMS and respond to alarms
Perform system rounds and record operating parameters
Electrical Systems Support
Monitor and support:
Medium and low voltage electrical distribution
Switchboards, panels, transformers
UPS and critical power systems
Coordinate licensed electricians for regulated work
Emergency & Life Safety Systems
Support testing and readiness of:
Emergency generators
Automatic Transfer Switches
Fire alarm systems
Emergency lighting and egress systems
Respond to power failures and system outages
Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
Perform routine maintenance on mechanical systems within scope
Coordinate specialized service vendors as required
Maintain accurate service records and maintenance logs
Compliance & Documentation
Maintain operational documentation
Support inspections by:
Fire Department
Insurance representatives
AHJ or third party inspectors
Report unsafe or non compliant conditions immediately
Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining:
Chilled water systems
Cooling towers and condenser water systems
Pumps, motors, and VFDs
RTUs and packaged DX units
Liebert / data center cooling systems
Dry type transformers, switchboards, and panels
Experience supporting:
Natural gas emergency generators
Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
Fire alarm systems (Simplex)
Emergency response and system restoration
What you'll need:
EPA 608 Universal Certification (Required)
5+ years' experience in: Commercial, industrial, data center, or mission critical facilities
OR
Equivalent combination of hands-on experience and technical training
Ability to respond to after-hour emergencies as required
Manufacturer training (Liebert, Trane, Daikin, McQuay, Carrier) (Preferred)
BAS/BMS experience (Preferred)
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (Preferred)
NICET (Fire Alarm - awareness level) (Preferred)
Generator operations and paralleling experience (Preferred)
Physical & Work Conditions
Ability to work in mechanical rooms, roofs, electrical rooms, and confined spaces
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
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 hourly rate for the Building Engineer position is paying up to $43.37 an hour.
The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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