Facilities Maintenance Apprentice — Building Systems

Deutsche Post; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Free onsite parking

Pension

Share Purchase Plan

My DHL Rewards

Private medical

Cycle to Work

Enhanced Maternity Pay

CIS Induction Week

Job summary

DHL Aviation is seeking a motivated candidate for a fixed-term 24-month apprenticeship role at East Midlands Airport. You’ll join the Sort Maintenance & Facilities team to learn hands-on how to keep building systems running and support the people who keep aircraft moving.

You’ll assist with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical maintenance, perform inspections, and contribute to schedules and safety compliance while progressing through the Level 2 apprenticeship program.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder interaction.
• Reliability and good time-keeping in a structured shift environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
• Teamwork mindset to support the facilities team.
• Problem-solving mindset for maintenance issues.
• Openness to feedback to improve performance.
• Respect and professionalism in a customer-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and repair of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
• Conduct regular inspections of systems and equipment for issues.
• Help develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Collaborate with teammates to troubleshoot building-system problems.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and codes.
• Assist with planning and executing renovation or construction projects.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Complete a Property Maintenance apprenticeship qualification.

Skills

Enthusiasm and positive attitude

Strong communication

Reliability and good time-keeping

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Problem-solving mindset

Openness to feedback

Respect and professionalism

Education

Property Maintenance Level 2 apprenticeship

Job description

DHL Aviation is seeking a motivated candidate for a fixed-term 24-month apprenticeship role at East Midlands Airport. You’ll join the Sort Maintenance & Facilities team to learn hands-on how to keep building systems running and support the people who keep aircraft moving.

You’ll assist with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical maintenance, perform inspections, and contribute to schedules and safety compliance while progressing through the Level 2 apprenticeship program.