Union Trainee Job ID 221192 Posted 23-Jun-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Des Plaines - Illinois - United States of America **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 realize your full potential.** **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.** **About The Role:** Perform general preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment and grounds. Work under moderate supervision, assist in maintaining building system operations and performance. Apply several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling. **What You'll Do:** + Align with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and company directives related to building operations and work safety. + Maintain all equipment per preventive maintenance programs prescribed by manufacturer's specifications. + Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client + Perform housekeeping functions and maintains the professional appearances of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, and common areas. + Perform assigned day-to-day repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records. + Assist with solving and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include: plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop, and HVAC. *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. **What You'll Need:** To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. We are seeking High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of two years of related experience and/or trade school training or convey equivalent combination of education and experience. Universal CFC certification preferred, or working toward CFC certification and/or local or state license in mechanical or HVAC trade. Valid Driver License may be required. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. **Disclaimers** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. **Collective Bargaining Agreement:** The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Union position is or $18.25 per hour. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale. **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). CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)