at Jones Lang LaSalle in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
APPRENTICE ENGINEER
Chicago, IL
Local 399
M-F 6-2
$41,600
We are currently seeking an Engineer Apprentice to join our team. This position is responsible for basic operation and maintenance of building systems and equipment, provides response to customer service requests and works with the Operations team in both maintenance and repair of building and equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* 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.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* High School diploma or equivalent.
* One-year previous experience or completion of a vocational school program.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Special knowledge and skills -
* Some skills in electrical and mechanical aptitude a must.
Personal characteristics -
* Team player, hard worker, good interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well in both oral and written reports and have excellent customer service skills.
* Visually inspect machinery and buildings.
* Ability to frequently walk up and down stairs for inspections and emergency procedure practice or implementation.
* Ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet and lift 60 lbs repeatedly.
* Ability to detect emergency alarms - auditory and/or visual.
* Equipment inspections require getting on hands and knees to reach areas difficult to access
JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.
