Maintenance Planner

Job Details

Job Title: Maintenance Planner (Remote)

Job Information

Job Family/Function: Engineering & Technical Services

Location: Remote Midwest to East Coast United States

About the Role

As a CBRE Maintenance Planner , you will support a major telecommunications client within the retail sector by coordinating maintenance planning and operational workflows across multiple sites. You will be responsible for organizing work orders, supporting preventive maintenance programs, and ensuring efficient execution of maintenance activities to drive operational excellence and service delivery.

This role is part of the Engineering and Technical Services function, which provides support, preventive maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems. The Maintenance Planner plays a key role in coordinating technicians, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely maintenance execution and reliability across client locations.

This is a remote position supporting a portfolio across the Midwest to East Coast of the United States. Candidates must reside within this region to align with business operations and support requirements.

What Youll Do

• Coordinate and organize work orders, assigning tasks to technicians and work teams to ensure timely completion

• Schedule and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and service providers to support maintenance activities

• Partner with technicians to ensure materials, permits, tools, and resources are prepared and available for scheduled work

• Develop, maintain, and distribute workflow processes to support consistency and operational efficiency across the account

• Monitor preventive and predictive maintenance programs and assist in continuous improvement initiatives

• Review maintenance data and provide regular reporting on performance trends, work completion, and service quality

• Support vendor management and ensure work is completed in accordance with scope, timelines, and service-level expectations

• Assist in tracking maintenance activities across multiple retail sites to ensure system reliability and uptime

• Identify process improvements and contribute to enhancing operational workflows and client satisfaction

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and procedures

What Youll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 23 years of relevant experience; or a combination of education and experience

• Experience coordinating maintenance activities, work orders, or service operations (telecommunications, retail, or facilities environments preferred)

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Ability to analyze information and make decisions based on standard practices and procedures

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across internal teams and external vendors

• Detail-oriented with a proactive and problem-solving mindset

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while supporting a geographically distributed team

• Intermediate math skills, including working with percentages and basic financial calculations

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.

Disclaimers

• Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• This is a remote position; however, candidates must reside in the Midwest or Eastern United States to support business needs.

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of CBRE pre-employment screening, including background check and verification.

Equal Pay & Compensation Disclaimer

CBRE is committed to maintaining equitable and competitive compensation practices. The salary range for this Maintenance Planner position is $50,000 $80,000 annually , and final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors. These may include, but are not limited to, geographic location, relevant experience, education, certifications, specialized skills, market conditions, and internal equity considerations.

Candidates with more extensive experience, advanced technical knowledge, or experience in higher-cost labor markets may be considered for compensation toward the upper end of the range. Those who are earlier in their careers or transitioning into the role may be aligned closer to the lower end of the range.

CBRE remains committed to fair and equitable pay practices and ensures that compensation decisions are made consistently and without regard to any protected characteristics.

CBRE is committed to maintaining equitable and competitive compensation practices. The salary range for this Maintenance Planner position is $50,000 - $80,000 annually, and final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors. These may include, but are not limited to, geographic location, relevant experience, education, certifications, specialized skills, market conditions, and internal equity considerations. Candidates with more extensive experience, advanced technical knowledge, or experience in high-cost labor markets may be considered for compensation toward the upper end of the range. Those who are earlier in their careers or transitioning into the role may be aligned closer to the lower end of the range. CBRE remains committed to fair and equitable pay practices and ensures that compensation decisions are made consistently and without regard to any protected characteristics.

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, 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 companys 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 ... or via telephone at +... (U.S.) and +... (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)