Apprentice Building Engineer

About the Role

This is an entry-level position that offers on-the-job training and provides a pathway to a career as a Building Engineer. As an Apprentice Building Engineer, you will work under the supervision of the Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief, and Lead Engineer to learn general preventive maintenance and corrective repair for buildings, industrial systems, equipment, and grounds. The goal is to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to complete work orders with minimal supervision.

Core Values

• Integrity – We do what’s right, the right way – every time.
• Trust – People can count on us, because we do what we say.
• Impact – We are driven to make everything we touch better.
• Legacy – Rooted in history, we build with the future in mind.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include, but not limited to plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, fans, coils, and HVAC.
• Assist in performing general maintenance, preventive maintenance, and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment, and grounds.
• Basic repair of doors, ceilings, hand railings, drywall, floors, and building lighting systems, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
• Assist in maintenance duties, including changing filters, oiling motors, replacing light fixtures, inspecting/adjusting belts, replacing bearings, aligning shafts, and annual inspections as directed by manufacturers.
• Learn to inspect and understand the reasoning behind the inspection of building systems including fire alarm, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Possess competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and grounds maintenance.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and practice safe work habits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Preference for experience in a related or adjacent field.
• Preferred trade school training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred Stationary Engineers Apprenticeship SMA or willingness to obtain once on-the-job.
• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• General understanding or desire to learn HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
• Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situations.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• May require shift work, nights, overtime, and/or on-call duties.
• Stooping, standing, climbing, and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting devices.
• May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments).
• Climb ladders and stairs.

Core Competencies

• Aligns actions and behaviors with MetroNational’s Core Values of Integrity, Trust, Impact, and Legacy.
• Communicates effectively and builds positive working relationships across teams.
• Exercises sound judgment, accountability, and professionalism in decision-making and execution.
• Adapts to changing priorities while maintaining a focus on quality results and continuous improvement.
• Additional role-specific competencies may be identified based on the requirements of the position.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks and duties outlined above. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.