Apprentice Engineer - The Drake Hotel

Hilton • Chicago, IL

406d

About The Position

The Apprentice Engineer at The Drake Hotel is responsible for assisting engineers and trade mechanics in maintaining the physical functionality of the facility. This includes performing various repair and maintenance tasks across guest rooms, public spaces, and heart-of-the-house areas. The role involves learning essential skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, painting, HVAC, and masonry, while also maintaining detailed records of work orders and completed assignments.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of maintenance and repair tasks in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, painting, HVAC, and masonry.
• Ability to learn and adapt to various engineering tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for record-keeping.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a maintenance or engineering role is a plus.
• Familiarity with hotel operations and guest service standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Engineers and trade mechanics in maintaining the physical functionality of the facility.
• Perform a variety of repair and maintenance tasks including carpentry, plumbing, electric, painting, HVAC, and masonry.
• Inspect guestrooms, public spaces, and heart-of-the-house for needed and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain detailed record-keeping of all work orders and completed assignments.
• Perform additional office-related work such as receiving deliveries and running errands for parts.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career advancement within Hilton.
• Training and development programs to enhance skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: No Education Listed