Hines · 1 day ago
Apprentice Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
1+ years expHines is a leading global real estate investment manager known for innovation and excellence. As an Apprentice Engineer, you will assist in the operation and maintenance of various building systems and equipment, gaining knowledge about engineering responsibilities while ensuring the functionality of HVAC and other mechanical systems.
Property ManagementReal EstateReal Estate Investment
Responsibilities
Assist with performing preventive maintenance and repairs on all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems including, but not limited to pumps, chillers, boilers, air compressors and air handling units
Make adjustments and changes to HVAC and related equipment in order to maintain established operating criteria within the guidelines set forth by the Supervisor
Perform general repairs, maintenance and replacement of building components including, but not limited to: building fixtures and appliances, plumbing and electrical
Participate in the water treatment chemical programs established in the property
Maintain operation logs and files, where appropriate, to include, but not limited to: central plant operations, chemical consumption logs and other equipment or operation inspection logs specific to the property
Apply basic knowledge and skills in HVAC distribution and controls in order to make adjustments and/or corrective actions to resolve work orders
Provide prompt and courteous response to tenant requests within the guidelines set forth by Hines
Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenants
Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with the entire operation staff and perform as a team member
Participate and learn all current Hines and property emergency procedures including but not limited to:
Assist with directing building occupants with evacuations
Assist with bomb searches
Assist with life safety system alarms
Assist emergency authorities and response teams
Develop understanding and usage of fire alarm and life safety systems at assigned property
Adhere to all Hines and property policies and procedures and perform all duties in a safe manner
Actively participate in required training activities and seminars
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
Continually develop building engineering and related knowledge
Interact with employees, visitors and contractors with poise and diplomacy
Develop sufficient computer skills to effectively administer required engineering programs
Read and understand a variety of instructions, including equipment instruction manuals, furnished in written, oral, or schedule form
Understand correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive), drill motors, saws, grinder, and impact wrenches, etc
Compute basic mathematical equations
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Maintain calm demeanor in emergency situations
Understand and apply correct usage of all personal safety equipment
Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time
Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses
Work standing all day
Ability to lift 25 lbs. or more
Climb up and down stairs and ladders
Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs)
Use full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting)
Meet the shift working requirements of the assigned property; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and some holidays
Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate
Preferred
One year of related experience preferred
Related trade certifications preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive training
Competitive compensation
Robust benefits
Generous vacation packages
Company
Hines
Hines is a global real estate investment firm that creates quality projects for its investor partners, clients, and local communities.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
2024 (2)
2023 (1)
2022 (3)
2021 (3)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$705.2MKey Investors
ING GroupBank OZKCheyne Capital Management
2025-11-06Debt Financing· $110.87M
2025-10-28Debt Financing· $380M
2025-07-30Debt Financing· $129.7M
Leadership Team
Chris Hughes
CEO Capital Markets Group & Co-Head Investment Management
Christopher Rector
Co-Chief Executive Officer, Southwest Region
Recent News
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