Engineering Apprentice: Learn & Build in a Luxury Hotel

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate $18.25

Job summary

Swissôtel Chicago is seeking an Engineer Apprentice to support our experienced Engineers in maintenance, repair, and installation of heating, cooling, ventilation, energy management systems and related equipment.

Under direct supervision, you will install, repair, and verify operation of building systems and equipment, wear safety gear, and use computers to enter job-related information while providing friendly, professional service to guests.

Qualifications

• Must be a current member of IUOE Local 399 Engineer Apprenticeship program.
• Must be enrolled in apprenticeship program through IUOE Local 399.
• Must maintain good standing with IUOE Local 399 throughout employment.
• Completion of job-related training program preferred.
• Completion of job-related associate’s degree preferred.
• Ability to work rotating shifts as needed.
• Ability to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to anticipate and focus attention on guest needs, being professional, welcoming and remaining calm and courteous at all times.
• Detailed oriented and able to handle multiple tasks.
• Highly responsible & reliable.
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team with minimum supervision.
• Warm, friendly and helpful.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and verify proper operation of building systems and equipment.
• Wear and/or uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Uses computers to enter and access job related information.
• Performs related job duties as may be assigned.
• Respond to customer inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Safely operates the facility in accordance with all applicable government and regulatory requirements.
• Any other tasks that may be assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Guest service

Team player

Reliability

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

IUOE Local 399 apprenticeship

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Swissôtel Chicago is seeking an Engineer Apprentice to support our experienced Engineers in maintenance, repair, and installation of heating, cooling, ventilation, energy management systems and related equipment.

Under direct supervision, you will install, repair, and verify operation of building systems and equipment, wear safety gear, and use computers to enter job-related information while providing friendly, professional service to guests.