Apprentice Engineer (Union)

Cushman & Wakefield; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Apprentice Engineer (Union) to support operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial systems, grounds, and maintenance equipment at assigned properties.

Responsibilities include assisting with HVAC, plumbing, pumps, electrical work, replacement of building finishes, basic carpentry, and adherence to safety training. Must be available for on-site tasks and embrace a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience in maintenance or related field.
• Ability to assist with troubleshooting and repairs of building systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems including HVAC, plumbing, pumps, electrical and plumbing equipment.
• Clean, lubricate, and service pumps, valves, and building equipment, and assist with modification of systems.
• Replace and repair building finishes and perform basic carpentry as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and support fire and life safety system functions as assigned.
• Operate tools and equipment and use building automation and mobile devices for work orders.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Repairs

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma, GED, Trade, Technical, or Vocational school

1 - 3 years of experience

Tools

Building automation systems

Job description

Job Title

Apprentice Engineer (Union)

Job Description Summary

Responsible for assisting with operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial systems, grounds, and maintenance equipment for assigned properties/facilities.

Job Description

Essential Job Duties

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include: packaging and handling machinery, plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop, grounds equipment, and HVAC


• Clean, lubricate, and service a wide variety of pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic devices and assist with installation and modification of building equipment and systems


• Replace and repair building finishes such as ceiling tiles, door hardware, wall paper, and can paint walls, piping, floors and equipment and troubleshoot, evaluate, and make recommendations to upgrade maintenance operations and/or implement savings opportunities


• Possess competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and ground maintenance and respond immediately to emergency situations and customer service requests as assigned


• Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions, preventative maintenance, etc. and maintain and operate fire and life safety systems such as; Fire alarm systems, fire pumps and related fire protection system equipment as assigned


• Perform carpentry and snow removal when necessary and comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and Company directives as related to building operations and practice safe work habits


• Ability to use technology such as; smart phones, tablets, computers, web-based applications, building automation systems, etc.


• Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually.


• Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property at times other than working hours


• Performs other related duties as required or requested.

Education/Experience/Training

• High School Diploma, GED, Trade, Technical, or Vocational school


• 1 - 3 years of experience

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $17.00 - $20.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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