Hands-On Facility Engineer Apprentice

JLL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL is seeking an Apprentice Engineer in Chicago to support basic operation and maintenance of building systems. You will respond to service requests, work with the Operations team on repairs, and help ensure safe, efficient facility operation.

The role involves inspecting equipment, monitoring HVAC and electrical systems, using CMMS and FMS, and maintaining logs and reports. On-site work requires physical ability and teamwork within a facilities environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, plus one year of experience or vocational training.
• Basic electrical and mechanical aptitude required.
• Strong teamwork and customer service skills; able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Surveys all light fixtures and replace light bulbs as needed.
• Completes special tasks that include but are not limited to; painting, locksmith work, client services requests, special cleaning, and general maintenance as assigned.
• Assists other operational staff members in repair and maintenance of building equipment and compliance with all required maintenance and safety audits.
• Monitors operation and maintains refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment; boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; recording readings as necessary to assure proper operation of equipment; responsible for reporting any problems/malfunctions.
• Uses a computerized maintenance e management work order system (CMMS) to open and close work orders.
• Uses a facility management control system (FMS) to operate and monitor equipment functionality.
• Maintains tools and orders supplies as required for various equipment repairs.
• Keeps logs, documents equipment repairs, closes work orders, tracks time accurately in reports and provides timely and constant communication with the Operations Manager and Lead Engineer.
• Complies with policies for the safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintains records for work completed in a neat and organized manner.
• Participation in the account Building Mechanic Training Program is required.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

CMMS

Job description

JLL is seeking an Apprentice Engineer in Chicago to support basic operation and maintenance of building systems. You will respond to service requests, work with the Operations team on repairs, and help ensure safe, efficient facility operation.

The role involves inspecting equipment, monitoring HVAC and electrical systems, using CMMS and FMS, and maintaining logs and reports. On-site work requires physical ability and teamwork within a facilities environment.