Facilities Apprentice Lead: Learn HVAC & Building Systems

St. Louis County; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Louis County is seeking a dedicated Facilities Apprentice Lead to assist with daily maintenance tasks, learn building system operations, and help troubleshoot issues across County facilities.

The starting hourly wage ranges from $16.80 to $20.16, with a $6.00/hour uplift in Transportation & Public Works shifts for emergency snow removal as required. Comprehensive benefits and PTO are offered along with public service loan forgiveness information.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum: One year of work experience or exposure to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems (commercial or institutional preferred).
• Minimum: Current, valid driver’s license.
• Minimum: Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Assist team members with routine and corrective maintenance on building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Support the inspection, operation, and basic troubleshooting of HVAC equipment such as pumps, cooling towers, air handlers, and related systems.
• Help monitor and adjust building controls, gauges, thermostats, and valves under the guidance of experienced staff.
• Participate in regular building rounds to observe equipment conditions and help complete minor repairs.
• Assist with general building maintenance tasks including lighting, hardware, and fixture repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks by following provided instructions, training, and industry best practices.
• Learn to inspect mechanical rooms, pumps, generators, and life‑safety systems, documenting observations and reporting issues promptly.
• Support fire and life‑safety compliance by following NFPA guidelines and local codes.
• Respond to facility needs and emergencies alongside senior team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Help maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas and follow all County safety policies and training requirements.
• Represent the County professionally, following uniform and appearance standards.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Initiative

Flexibility

Customer service mindset

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

St. Louis County is seeking a dedicated Facilities Apprentice Lead to assist with daily maintenance tasks, learn building system operations, and help troubleshoot issues across County facilities.

The starting hourly wage ranges from $16.80 to $20.16, with a $6.00/hour uplift in Transportation & Public Works shifts for emergency snow removal as required. Comprehensive benefits and PTO are offered along with public service loan forgiveness information.