Apprentice - HVAC 2

Cushman & Wakefield•Boston, MA

3d•$20 - $24

About The Position

The Technical Apprentice works within C&W Services’ line of operations under moderate supervision, performing building-related HVAC, electrical, and other technical maintenance, service, and repairs. The role involves a wide variety of tasks across trade boundaries and the use of hand and power tools. The apprentice ensures work is completed to quality standards, including cleanup and adherence to safety procedures, and proactively identifies and reports building deficiencies to management. The position assists licensed HVAC mechanics and electricians with inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, wiring, and project work. Duties also include servicing air-conditioning systems and related components, troubleshooting HVAC and electrical systems, interpreting engineering drawings and equipment manuals, replacing parts or systems, supporting energy conservation, and maintaining work logs and a clean, safe work area. Additional general maintenance and operational tasks may be assigned. Overtime may be required as needed. Compensation is $20.40–$24.00. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs that generally include health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work. Benefits and compensation eligibility may vary based on factors including location, hours worked, job type, business line, and collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

High school graduate, GED, technical school education, or equivalent experience.
Electrician license from the local jurisdiction.
Well versed in electrical codes and theory.
Knowledge of national electric codes.
Demonstrated positive attitude.
Ability to work with computers, automated controls, and their associated operating systems.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Must be capable of ascending and descending ladders and stairs for daily tasks.
Must be capable of lifting up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience working in a technical capacity is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist licensed HVAC mechanics and electricians with routine inspections, preventive maintenance, general repairs, wiring, and project-related work.
Service installed air-conditioning systems and components, including compressors, condensers, valves, coils, cooling towers, heat pumps, motors, belts, bearings, fans, filters, piping, wiring, controls, thermostats, ducts, and ventilation systems.
Perform routine and emergency HVAC or electrical repairs.
Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning HVAC and electrical systems and components.
Interpret engineering drawings and equipment manuals, and replace major or minor parts, components, or entire systems.
Recommend system improvements and pursue energy-conservation opportunities.
Perform additional assigned duties, which may include requisitioning supplies, maintaining service records, running errands, assisting with meeting setups, moving furniture or equipment, groundskeeping, and general interior or exterior maintenance.
Ensure tasks are completed according to manufacturer specifications.
Assist in developing preventive-maintenance programs for equipment.
Troubleshoot electrical equipment and systems, diagnose problems, and make repairs, including correcting emergency power outages.
Maintain work logs, including records of wiring.
Maintain a clean and safe work area and comply with C&W, client, and OSHA safety policies and regulations.
Ensure assigned work meets quality standards and promote quality improvements through process improvements.
Use hand tools, measuring instruments, and other equipment needed to perform the job.
Follow written and verbal instructions.
Work overtime as needed.