CBRE is hiring: Maintenance Tech Apprentice in Newport News VA in Newport News

Job summary

Are you looking for an exciting apprenticeship opportunity? We offer a 1-year training program! The Maintenance Technician Apprentice performs basic preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds in an on-the-job training environment. Working under close supervision, this role assists in monitoring building system operations and performance using basic trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Follow all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Adhere to existing working practices, methods, procedures, and undertake relevant training mentorship, and development activities.
• Perform general labor work as assigned and complete maintenance and repair records as required.
• Assist with fixing and repairing buildings and installed systems to include lighting systems, plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop, and HVAC, under supervision.
• Maintain professional appearances of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, grounds, and common areas.
• Facilitate office access and office moves by providing moving crates, assembling furniture, office keys, nameplates, etc.

What you need

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to perform each essential 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 the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short communications, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Writing of routine reports and correspondence may be required.
• Digital literacy in work order system, email, ESS and training. Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders and the ability to lift/carry a minimum of 50 lbs.

Safety

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. This includes but is not limited to:

1. Finish all the required and assigned Health, Safety and Environmental training at a satisfactory level,
2. Follow all activity policies and procedures, including all Health, Safety and Environmental-related requirements at all times,
3. Participate in all Health, Safety and Environmental-related programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing and assessment, etc.

Report any conditions which you feel could result in an accident or injury and stop work if required.

Why CBRE?

A culture of respect, integrity, service and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity!

We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in!

• Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
• Internal advancement available after 6-month mark
• 40-45 hours a week
• Competitive Pay

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)