Apprentice Engineer

Hines•Washington, DC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Apprentice Engineer at Hines, you will assist with operating and maintaining building systems and equipment at an assigned property while developing knowledge of engineering responsibilities. The position is fully on-site, with work performed at the assigned property five days per week. Work may take place indoors or outdoors and may involve early mornings, late evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs require. You will support preventive maintenance and repairs, make equipment adjustments, respond to tenant requests, maintain operating records, and learn the property's emergency procedures and life-safety systems. The role requires safe use of tools and personal protective equipment, effective communication, and the ability to work in varied physical environments, including confined or remote spaces. Hines describes its culture as grounded in trust and high standards and offers professional development, competitive rewards, and comprehensive benefits. The company operates across 29 countries and has more than 4,600 colleagues.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Interact with employees, visitors, and contractors with poise and diplomacy.
Develop sufficient computer skills to administer required engineering programs.
Read and understand written, oral, and scheduled instructions, including equipment instruction manuals.
Understand correct use of power tools, including pneumatic, electric, or engine-driven tools, drill motors, saws, grinders, and impact wrenches.
Compute basic mathematical equations.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Maintain a calm demeanor in emergency situations.
Understand and correctly use personal safety equipment.
Meet the assigned property's shift requirements.
Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time; use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses.
Stand throughout the workday; lift 25 pounds or more; climb stairs and ladders; access remote work areas and confined spaces; and use a full range of manual dexterity, including sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting.

Nice To Haves

One year of related experience.
Related trade certifications.

Responsibilities

Assist with preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems and equipment, including pumps, chillers, boilers, air compressors, and air handling units.
Adjust HVAC and related equipment to maintain established operating criteria under the Supervisor's guidelines.
Perform general repairs, maintenance, and replacement of building components, fixtures, appliances, plumbing, and electrical items.
Participate in the property's water-treatment chemical programs.
Maintain operation logs and files, including central plant operations, chemical consumption, and equipment or operation inspection logs, as appropriate.
Use basic knowledge of HVAC distribution and controls to adjust equipment or take corrective action to resolve work orders.
Respond promptly and courteously to tenant requests within Hines guidelines.
Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenants.
Maintain cooperative working relationships with operations staff and contribute as a team member.
Participate in and learn Hines and property emergency procedures, including occupant evacuations, bomb searches, life-safety alarms, and assistance to emergency authorities and response teams.
Develop understanding and use of the assigned property's fire alarm and life-safety systems.
Follow Hines and property policies and procedures and perform duties safely.
Participate in required training activities and seminars.
Obtain required city or government licenses or permits when applicable.