Building Automation/Controls Technician Job ID 249330 Posted 24-Nov-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Lexington - Massachusetts - United States of America **About the Role:** As a **CBRE Building Automation System Engineer** , you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of automated control systems for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, including building automation and energy management systems. In this role, you will provide technical expertise and program guidance to maintain system reliability and support sustainable building operations. This position is part of the **Engineering and Technical Services** function, which focuses on delivering preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair services for critical equipment and systems. Join our team at a global life sciences R&D hub in Lexington, MA with free parking, on-site dining and a fitness center. **What You’ll Do:** Maintain a total facilities systems management program which includes all the various connected and separate electrical, mechanical, life, and safety systems that are operational in a facility. Align with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to system operations and work safety. Inspect systems to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves operational conditions prescribed by the client. Be responsible for scope development, work request initiation, scheduling, and inspection of work performed by outside contractors, which includes proprietary work, licensed installations, upgrades, and maintenance and inspection of specialized systems. Review assigned work orders. Estimate time, and resources, and order necessary materials to finish the repairs. Perform assigned repairs and emergency and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required. Participate in all related programs & activities as required. This includes incident investigations, interviews, auditing, and assessment. Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions. Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job subject area and broad knowledge of several job subject areas within the function. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement. Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams. **What You’ll Need:** + High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma or equivalent experience with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Licenses or certifications as may be required by local applicable law or ordinance. Prior experience leading shifts preferred. + Solid understanding of HVAC systems, electrical troubleshooting, and control theory. Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS) and PLCs is essential. + Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more. + Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information. + Ability to take a new point of view on existing solutions. + In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. + Ability to manage multiple tasks optimally combined with an advanced inquisitive attitude. **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 build significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and abilities of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants. + Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc. + Internal advancement available after 6 month mark + Competitive Pay 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 minimum salary for the position is or $48.00 per hour and the maximum salary for the position is $54.00 per 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). CBRE GWS CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies. 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