Third Class Operating Engineer

Job ID

298446

Posted

28-Sep-2026

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management

Location(s)

Mississauga - Ontario - Canada, Toronto - Ontario - Canada

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Please note: this is a Talent Pipeline requisition. There is currently NO OPEN ROLE associated with this requisition.

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:

As a CBRE Third Class Operating Engineer, you will support the operation and maintenance of critical building and utility infrastructure across a large, complex environment.

This role is key in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of critical mechanical infrastructure within a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment.

What You’ll Do:

Perform routine operation and monitoring of boilers, chillers, HVAC, and auxiliary plant equipment.
Conduct regular inspections and equipment rounds.
Record readings, maintain logs, and support regulatory compliance activities.
Respond to alarms and assist with troubleshooting activities.
Assist maintenance teams with repairs, testing, and commissioning activities.
Support preventative maintenance programs and reliability initiatives.
Maintain safe work practices and participate in safety programs.
Assist during emergency situations and after-hours response activities.

What You’ll Need:

Ontario Third Class Operating Engineer Certificate.
2+ years of operating engineering experience within commercial, institutional, industrial, utility, or critical environments.
Working knowledge of steam systems, HVAC equipment, pumps, and plant operations.
Experience in airport, healthcare, data centre, district energy, or large commercial environments.
Exposure to BAS and computerized maintenance systems.
Familiarity with emergency power systems.
Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and operational procedures.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial 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 individual 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 Via telephone at +1 866 388 4346 (Canada) and +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.)

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 and a premier provider of critical infrastructure services. The company has more than 155,000 employees serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage servicing, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience, critical infrastructure); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

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