Apprentice Engineer

About the role

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024 and a spot on Fast Company’s list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with performing preventive maintenance and repairs on all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems including pumps, chillers, boilers, air compressors, and air handling units.
• Make adjustments and changes to HVAC and related equipment to maintain established operating criteria within guidelines set by the Supervisor.
• Perform general repairs, maintenance, and replacement of building components including fixtures, appliances, plumbing, and electrical.
• Participate in the water treatment chemical programs established in the property.
• Maintain operation logs and files, such as central plant operations, chemical consumption logs, and equipment inspection logs.
• Apply basic knowledge and skills in HVAC distribution and controls to make adjustments or corrective actions to resolve work orders.
• Provide prompt and courteous response to tenant requests within Hines guidelines.
• Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenants.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the entire operations staff and perform as a team member.
• Participate in and learn all current Hines and property emergency procedures, including:
  • Assisting with directing building occupants during evacuations.
  • Assisting with bomb searches.
  • Assisting with life safety system alarms.
  • Assisting emergency authorities and response teams.
  • Developing understanding and usage of fire alarm and life safety systems at the assigned property.
• Adhere to all Hines and property policies and procedures, performing all duties in a safe manner.
• Actively participate in required training activities and seminars.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• Related trade certifications preferred.
• Continually develop building engineering and related knowledge.
• Interact with employees, visitors, and contractors with poise and diplomacy.
• Develop sufficient computer skills to effectively administer required engineering programs.
• Read and understand a variety of instructions, including equipment manuals, in written, oral, or schedule form.
• Understand correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric, or engine-driven), drill motors, saws, grinders, and impact wrenches.
• Compute basic mathematical equations.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain a calm demeanor in emergency situations.
• Understand and apply correct usage of all personal safety equipment.
• Obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits (e.g., Boiler Operating Permit, State Maintenance Electrician’s License, EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician certificate).
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. or more.
• Climb up and down stairs and ladders.
• Access remote work areas and confined spaces (e.g., crawl spaces, roofs).
• Use full range of manual dexterity (e.g., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting).
• Meet the shift working requirements of the assigned property; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate.

Pay

$47,500 - $59,300; 3% Bonus Pool

Benefits

Comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits, and generous vacation packages. For more details, visit Hines Benefits Information.