Apprentice Building Engineer

Howard Hughes Communities; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

Voluntary benefits

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Howard Hughes Communities is seeking an Apprentice Building Engineer to participate in all mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, and energy management programs across properties. You will support the standards and objectives set by Howard Hughes Management Services.

You will help manage energy programs, assist with the annual departmental budget, coordinate vendor and file maintenance, and oversee life safety systems and safety training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–5 years experience in a commercial office environment or related industry.
• HVAC EPA certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical and HVAC.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and understanding of safety.

Responsibilities

• Participate in energy management, preventive maintenance, and central plant operations to ensure efficiency and safety.
• Assist in developing and managing the annual department budget and coordinate file maintenance for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems.
• Oversee life safety systems, testing, punch list completion, tenant requests, and safety training compliance.

Skills

Experience 0–5 years

HVAC EPA certification

Plumbing, electrical & HVAC knowledge

Hand tools & safety basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dedicated to innovative placemaking, Howard Hughes Communities is the real estate platform of Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH) and is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. Building on that foundation, we foster a culture of curiosity that empowers every employee to shape their own story within our organization.

About The Role

The Apprentice Building Engineer will participate in all mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, and energy management programs for all properties. All efforts should reinforce the quality standards, operating objectives and goals established by Howard Hughes Management Services.

What You Will Do

• Program & Operations Management Actively participate in Energy Management, Preventive Maintenance Program, departmental plan execution, emergency response procedures, and central plant operations and maintenance, ensuring operational efficiency and safety compliance.
• Budgeting & System Maintenance Assist in the development and management of the annual departmental budget, coordinate vendor and base building file maintenance, and ensure the proper operation and condition of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems across properties.
• Safety & Tenant Relations Oversee life safety systems, building systems testing, completion of punch lists, response to tenant requests, and general safety procedures, including required safety training and compliance with applicable authorities having jurisdiction.

About You

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-5 years experience in a commercial office environment or related industry
• HVAC EPA certification preferred
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical and HVAC
• Basic knowledge of hand tolls and understanding of safety

Benefits Built For You

At Howard Hughes Communities, we offer competitive, market-based compensation that rewards performance and supports career growth. Our comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees at every stage of their career, is focused on holistic wellness—social, emotional, financial, and physical.

• Competitive 401k plan
• Generous PTO policy
• Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Voluntary benefits for unexpected life events
• Student loan assistance and stipends to assist with lifelong learning

About Howard Hughes Communities

Howard Hughes Communities develops, owns, and operates the nation’s premier large-scale master planned communities and mixed-use developments. Our award-winning portfolio includes The Woodlands®, Bridgeland®, and The Woodlands Hills® in Greater Houston; Summerlin® in Las Vegas; Teravalis™ in Greater Phoenix; Ward Village® in Honolulu; and Merriweather District® in Columbia, Maryland. Strategically positioned to meet and accelerate development based on market demand, we offer one of the strongest real estate platforms in the country. Learn more at communities.howardhughes.com .

This job description is not meant to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Howard Hughes reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.