Union Engineer Helper
CBRE - New York City, NY
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About the Role:As a CBRE Union Helper, you will perform technical, and non-technicalgeneral building maintenance, and minor repair duties.This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Servicesjob function. They are responsible for providing support, preventivemaintenance, and repairs on mechanical and HVAC equipment and systems.The schedule is 11pm-7am Monday and Tuesday, 7am-3pm Friday, 11pm-7am Saturday and SundayThis position is located at Brookfield Place- 300 Vesey St.300 Vesey Street is a 15-story building located along the Hudson River waterfront at Brookfield Place. Brookfield Place is home to luxury retail, dining, extensive public space, and world-class amenities. Brookfield Place New York is one of the most iconic placemaking destinations in the world, bringing together modern office space, cultural experiences, curated dining, and world-class shopping. The 14-acre commercial complex on the Hudson River in Lower Manhattan is animated year-round by Arts Brookfield, providing visitors ever-changing experiences, from art installations and live music to dining, shopping, and more.What You'll Do: Assist the engineering staff in operating thebuilding mechanical and HVAC systems Assist in the maintenance and repairs of allequipment incidental to the operation of the building mechanical and HVACsystems Perform general labor work as assigned includingreceiving deliveries, loading, unloading, moving materials, and putting awaystock. Perform building checks of mechanical areas andlogging conditions during daily rounds Identify and report maintenance hazards or otherproperty condition concerns. This includes, but not limited to sweeping, mopping, and painting. Perform other minor repairs under supervision. Respond quickly to emergency situations,summoning additional assistance as needed. Follow a set procedure in the performance ofrepetitive tasks or job activities. Impact through methods, tasks, and duties whichare clearly defined and followed with little to no discretion. What You'll Need: A35 - Operate and Maintain Air Compressors F60 - Fire Guard for Torch Operation G60 - Torch Operation S12 - Citywide Sprinkler System S13 - Standpipe System S14 - Standpipe System, multi zone S95 - Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems F01 - Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment P98 - Supervise Fuel Oil Transfer P99 - Low Pressure Oil Burner Operator High School Diploma, GED, or currently enrolledin a 2 or 4-year college program or technical school. May require a valid driver's license. Physical requirements include stooping,standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavyloads of 50 lbs. or more. Ability to develop skills to perform basicactivities in own job. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate. Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Organizational skills with an inquisitivemindset. Simple math skills. Ability to calculate simplefigures such as percentages, discounts, and markups. LOCAL 94 ENGINEERAGREEMENT HELPER JOB DEFINITION(e) Helpers: Assist the engineer and/or mechanic in theperformance of their duties and perform tasks appropriate to his/her skilllevel outside the presence of an engineer/mechanic as directed by managementand/or engineers/mechanics. The partiesrecognize that management's hiring and use of helpers is essential to theindustry's successful future. Theposition of helper is designed to be a step on the path to becoming anengineer. Hence, after January 1, 2011,it is the parties' intent that the helper classification will not be availableto newly hired helpers on a "career" basis, except on the mutual consent of theEmployer and Union.Why CBREWhen you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader incommercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and peoplethrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals whocreate significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our sharedvalues - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverseperspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have theopportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome allapplicants.Our Values in HiringAt CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture whereeveryone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, andwe welcome all applications.DisclaimersApplicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.Should any element of this Job Description conflict with theprovisions of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the terms andconditions of the collective bargaining agreement will prevail.Applicant AI Use DisclosureWe value human interaction to understand each candidate'sunique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificialintelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidatesdisclose 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 500company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estateservices and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clientsin 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, projectmanagement, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management,development). Please visit our website at The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Union Engineer Helper position is $85,841.60 annually [or $41.27 per hour]. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale. This role will provide the following benefits: 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 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)
Created: 2026-03-10