Job Description
Job ID
1++337
Posted
20-Dec-2026
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Engineering/Maintenance
Location(s)
Washington, D.C. - District of Columbia - United States of America
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 Plumber, you will be responsible for general preventive maintenance, repair, testing, installation, and troubleshooting of plumbing, mechanical and distribution systems throughout a facility.
This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.
What You’ll Do
Responsible for operating, replacing, repairing and maintaining all domestic hot and
cold-water systems.
• Low, medium, and high-pressure steam and condensate distribution systems
• Hot water solar heating systems. stormwater systems
• Sanitary drainage systems, pumps, and fixtures (standard and security styles) according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance and repairs including fixture replacement.
• Repair, install, replace, test, and troubleshoot the water and medical gas supply and distribution system.
• Install new water systems, piping, and fixtures by blueprints, drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Ensure waste and vent lines are in good operating condition using a plumber’s snake, vacuum plunger, or jet washer.
• Complete plumbing safety inspections on backflow devices.
• Respond to emergency situations, summoning extra help as needed.
• Complete all HSE programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing, and assessment, etc.
• Report any conditions that could result in an accident or injury to management.
• 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 discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines 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.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
What You’ll Need
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• High School diploma or GED completed vocational training, apprenticeship, with 4 years of commercial experience. Fully understands local plumbing codes, plumbing procedures, and specialized skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• 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.
Required Licenses And Certifications
• Journeyman license preferred.
• Valid driver’s license
Why CBRE?
We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we’re able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.
Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.
Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You’ll have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values—they're a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business to new opportunities.
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $2+.36/hr and the maximum salary for this position is $51.62/hr. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), 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, ****** 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 [email protected] or via telephone at +1 8XXXXXX++ (U.S.) and +1 8XXXXXX (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-1+ health and safety protocols, including COVID-1+ vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
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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1++337
Posted
20-Dec-2026
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Engineering/Maintenance
Location(s)
Washington, D.C. - District of Columbia - United States of America
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 Plumber, you will be responsible for general preventive maintenance, repair, testing, installation, and troubleshooting of plumbing, mechanical and distribution systems throughout a facility.
This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.
What You’ll Do
Responsible for operating, replacing, repairing and maintaining all domestic hot and
cold-water systems.
• Low, medium, and high-pressure steam and condensate distribution systems
• Hot water solar heating systems. stormwater systems
• Sanitary drainage systems, pumps, and fixtures (standard and security styles) according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance and repairs including fixture replacement.
• Repair, install, replace, test, and troubleshoot the water and medical gas supply and distribution system.
• Install new water systems, piping, and fixtures by blueprints, drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Ensure waste and vent lines are in good operating condition using a plumber’s snake, vacuum plunger, or jet washer.
• Complete plumbing safety inspections on backflow devices.
• Respond to emergency situations, summoning extra help as needed.
• Complete all HSE programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing, and assessment, etc.
• Report any conditions that could result in an accident or injury to management.
• 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 discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines 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.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
What You’ll Need
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• High School diploma or GED completed vocational training, apprenticeship, with 4 years of commercial experience. Fully understands local plumbing codes, plumbing procedures, and specialized skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• 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.
Required Licenses And Certifications
• Journeyman license preferred.
• Valid driver’s license
Why CBRE?
We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we’re able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.
Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.
Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You’ll have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values—they're a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business to new opportunities.
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $2+.36/hr and the maximum salary for this position is $51.62/hr. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), 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, ****** 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 [email protected] or via telephone at +1 8XXXXXX++ (U.S.) and +1 8XXXXXX (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-1+ health and safety protocols, including COVID-1+ vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
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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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Union Plumber position is now open for candidates interested in the Plumber Jobs sector. This role in Washington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Plumber Jobs is a plus.
