Building Engineer Apprentice – JLL

Engineer Apprentice – JLLEngineer Apprentice – JLLWhat this job involves:The Engineer Apprentice position offers an excellent opportunity to launch your career in building operations and facilities management. You will work alongside experienced engineering professionals, gaining hands-on experience with building mechanicals, electrical equipment, and facility systems while learning the core functions of an operating engineer. This role is essential to maintaining JLL's high standards of facility operations and ensuring our buildings operate safely and efficiently. Through structured training and daily problem-solving, you will develop the technical skills and knowledge needed to advance in the engineering field while contributing directly to the performance and reliability of critical building systems. This is a union position and benefits are provided through Local 399What your day-to-day will look like:Assist operational staff with repair and maintenance of building equipment, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, fire, life safety, and control systems under direct supervisionPerform preventive maintenance tasks and conduct routine equipment monitoring to ensure all building systems operate to applicable standardsComplete special maintenance assignments including painting, locksmith work, electrical repairs, facility rounding, and general maintenance as directedMaintain accurate and organized records of all work completed and ensure proper documentation of maintenance activitiesManage inventory of tools and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels and identifying reliable sources for materials needed for facility maintenanceComply with all safety policies for storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials while maintaining a clean and safe work environmentLearn and develop proficiency with compressed air systems and their supporting componentsRequired Qualifications:High school diploma or GED equivalentTwo years of technical training through Local 399 or equivalent apprenticeship programMechanical and electrical aptitude with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair facility equipmentPhysical capability to lift at least 50 lbs and safely use ladders up to 12 feetWorking knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Word and ExcelAvailability for call-in work and flexible scheduling as operational needs requireStrong team orientation with excellent interpersonal skills and eagerness to learnPreferred Qualifications:Prior exposure to building operations or facilities maintenance environmentsBasic understanding of HVAC systems and building automation controlsFamiliarity with preventive maintenance procedures and work order management systemsPrevious experience working in a union environmentKnowledge of OSHA safety standards and hazardous material handling protocolsLocation: Onsite, Chicago, ILWork Shift: Must be available for call-in work and flexible schedulingSalary:$17.76