Apprentice Engineer

Hines•Washington, DC

4d•$49,600 - $53,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Apprentice Engineer assists with the operation and maintenance of building systems and equipment at an assigned property while learning engineering responsibilities. The position supports preventive maintenance, repairs, system adjustments, tenant requests, operational recordkeeping, water treatment programs, and emergency procedures. It is fully on-site at the assigned property five days per week. Work is indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and some holidays, and overtime may be required as business needs deem appropriate. Compensation is $49,600–$53,000 plus bonus. Hines describes professional development, competitive rewards, and comprehensive benefits, without specifying individual benefit offerings in this posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Continually develop building engineering and related knowledge.
Interact with employees, visitors, and contractors with poise and diplomacy.
Develop sufficient computer skills to administer required engineering programs effectively.
Read and understand written, oral, or 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; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate.
Work on-site at the assigned property five days per week.
Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time.
Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses; stand throughout the day; 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 within the Supervisor’s guidelines.
Perform general repairs, maintenance, and replacement of building components, fixtures, appliances, and plumbing and electrical components.
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.
Apply basic HVAC distribution and controls knowledge to make adjustments or corrective actions that resolve work orders.
Respond promptly and courteously to tenant requests within Hines guidelines.
Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relationships with contractors and tenants.
Work cooperatively with the entire operations staff as a team member.
Participate in learning current Hines and property emergency procedures, including occupant evacuations, bomb searches, life-safety system alarms, and assisting emergency authorities and response teams.
Develop an understanding of and use fire alarm and life-safety systems at the assigned property.
Follow Hines and property policies and procedures and perform duties safely.
Actively participate in required training activities and seminars.
Obtain required city or government licenses or permits when applicable.