Sr. Maintenance Planner/Scheduler Tech, on-site

Sr. Maintenance Planner/Scheduler Tech, on-site

Job ID

284053

Posted

07-Jul-2026

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Facilities Management

Location(s)

Chapel Hill - North Carolina - United States of America, Durham - North Carolina - United States of America, Raleigh - North Carolina - United States of America, Research Triangle Park - North Carolina - United States of America

About the Role:

Are you passionate about organization, operational excellence, and keeping complex facilities running at their best?

Join CBRE as a Senior Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Technician, supporting maintenance operations for one of our clients in the Industrial & Logistics sector at their Research Triangle Park, NC site.

In this highly visible, onsite role, you will support the maintenance and reliability of approximately 300,000 square feet of Class A office and R&D laboratory space. Working closely with facility and engineering teams, you will coordinate preventive maintenance programs, manage work order workflows, and support maintenance planning activities that contribute to the efficient operation of critical building systems, laboratory infrastructure, and workplace environments.

This position is part of the Engineering and Technical Services function and focuses on maintenance planning, scheduling, asset data management, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where operational excellence and client service are top priorities.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate the engagement, scheduling, and oversight of vendors to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and in accordance with service requirements.
• Coordinate, prioritize, and assign work orders to technicians and work teams to support efficient maintenance operations.
• Partner closely with technicians and vendors to ensure materials, permits, tools, and equipment, and other resources are properly planned and available to support scheduled work.
• May receive, review, and process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and timely payment in accordance with company procedures.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate workflow processes and best practices across the account team to drive consistency and operational efficiency.
• Analyze preventive and predictive maintenance data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and potential risks; provide regular reports and insights to management and clients.
• Conduct annual reviews of preventive and predictive maintenance programs and recommend enhancements to support operational performance and reliability.
• Apply maintenance planning principles and best practices to support day-to-day operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate CBRE's RISE values through professional conduct, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and contribute to the quality, accuracy, and effectiveness of team deliverables.
• Follow established procedures and best practices to achieve objectives, meet deadlines, and ensure compliance with organizational standards.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders by sharing information, resolving issues, and ensuring alignment on priorities and expectations.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED required, plus 2-3 years of related experience. A combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.
• Hands-on maintenance experience in commercial, industrial, laboratory, or similar facilities environments is required.
• Experience supporting operations within R&D, laboratory, life sciences, or other regulated technical environments is preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Proven ability to follow established procedures and apply sound judgment to resolve routine operational, maintenance, and scheduling challenges.
• Experience analyzing data, trends, and operational information to support decision-making and process improvements.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and other business applications.
• Experience managing administrative processes such as vendor invoices, work order tracking, asset records, and maintenance documentation is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills with strong attention to detail.
• A proactive, customer-focused mindset with the ability to identify issues, ask thoughtful questions, and drive tasks to completion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with technicians, vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability.
• Intermediate mathematical and analytical skills, including the ability to perform calculations involving percentages, fractions, budgets, and other financial-related metrics.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE?

• Competitive Benefits: CBRE offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities.
• Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company.

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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