[Union] Apprentice Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield•Chicago, IL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to assist with the operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, grounds, and maintenance equipment for assigned properties/facilities. The role involves assisting with troubleshooting and repairs of various building and installed systems including packaging and handling machinery, plumbing, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop, grounds equipment, and HVAC. It also includes cleaning, lubricating, and servicing pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic devices, as well as assisting with installation and modification of building equipment and systems. The apprentice will replace and repair building finishes, paint, troubleshoot and evaluate maintenance operations, respond to emergencies, inspect for unsafe conditions, maintain fire and life safety systems, perform carpentry and snow removal, comply with codes, and use technology for operations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
2+ years of related experience in a commercial property setting
Technical, vocational or on-the-job training in at least one of the following areas: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license (commercial license may be required) and good driving record with periodic checks
Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word

Responsibilities

Assist with troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include: packaging and handling machinery, plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop, grounds equipment, and HVAC
Clean, lubricate, and service a wide variety of pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic devices
Assist with installation and modification of building equipment and systems
Replace and repair building finishes such as ceiling tiles, door hardware, wall paper, and can paint walls, piping, floors and equipment
Troubleshoot, evaluate, and make recommendations to upgrade maintenance operations and/or implement savings opportunities
Possess competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and ground maintenance
Respond immediately to emergency situations and customer service requests as assigned
Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions, preventative maintenance, etc.
Maintain and operate fire and life safety systems such as; Fire alarm systems, fire pumps and related fire protection system equipment as assigned
Perform carpentry and snow removal when necessary
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and Company directives as related to building operations and practice safe work habits
Ability to use technology such as; smart phones, tablets, computers, web-based applications, building automation systems, etc.
Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually
Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property at times other than working hours