Engineering Trainee (Local 399)

Tishman Speyer creates vibrant destinations and dynamic environments that inspire innovation and connected communities. As a diversified developer, operator, and investment manager of top-tier real estate in 33 markets across the globe, our business choices are driven by the belief that real estate should unlock human potential. Tishman Speyer’s diversified portfolio spans market rate and affordable residential communities, premier office properties and retail spaces, industrial facilities, and mixed-use campuses. We create state-of-the-art life science centers through our Breakthrough Properties joint venture, and foster innovation through our strategic proptech investments. By combining global perspective with local expertise, and a personalized approach, we are able to anticipate our customers’ evolving needs. We were the first real estate company to introduce asset-wide amenity services through our ZO platform, and the first traditional real estate company to create its own flexible space and coworking brand, Studio.

Since our founding in 1978, Tishman Speyer has acquired, developed, and operated 522 properties, totaling 218 million square feet, with a combined value of over $129 billion (U.S.). Tishman Speyer currently has approximately $68 billion in assets under management, including iconic properties such as Rockefeller Center in New York City, The Springs in Shanghai, TaunusTurm in Frankfurt, and Mission Rock in San Francisco.

Summary of the Position:

Tishman Speyer is seeking to hire an Engineering Trainee to join our team at our 10 & 30 South Wacker, Illinois property. The Engineering Trainee will assist the Operating Engineer in operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility equipment on all systems. The Apprentice Engineer is expected to demonstrate some technical skills in one craft area (e.g., Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, and Central Plant Operations) and possess mechanical aptitude. Engineering is responsible for maintaining health and safety standards while creating a welcoming environment for our customers (tenants), visitors, and the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the direction and supervision of an Operating Engineer:

  • Maintain, repair and ensure the efficient operation of all building systems including but not limited to mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls) electrical (lighting, generators), fire/life safety, and hot water systems.

  • Monitor operation, adjust, and maintain refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment and ventilating and hot water heaters, pumps, valves, piping and filters.

• Perform various services for customers (tenants) as requested.

• Responsible for understanding and complying with safety and emergency escalation procedures.

• Receive work assignments, plan work to be performed, and obtain necessary tools, equipment, and materials.

• Complete work/assignments and paperwork in a timely manner.

• Keep the shop, equipment rooms, and common areas clean, organized, and safe.

• Provide proper care to the assigned equipment, tools, and uniforms.

• Respond to customer (tenant) requests and complaints.

• Assist Building Management team with emergency situations (e.g., fire alarms, chemical spills, hazardous conditions) and take appropriate actions

• Promote and contribute toward overall effort in maintaining a high standard in the operation and appearance of the building as well as positive customer (tenant) relations through daily work practices.

• Ensure strict adherence to building rules and regulations and safety procedures.

• Organize and coordinate responsibilities efficiently.

• Handle multiple tasks.

• Communicate effectively with coworkers, customers (tenants), and vendors.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Passion for maintaining health and safety standards while creating a hospitable and welcoming atmosphere.

• Ability to perform all work using the proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

• In strict accordance, ability to perform all applicable safety policies, procedures, and practices.

• Have thorough knowledge of building systems and their respective operating sequences, strategies, and best practices.

• Demonstrate aptitude for mechanical systems, as well as computer-controlled equipment.

• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn.

Education/Experience & Certifications/Licenses:

• High school diploma or state equivalent.

• Possess basic mechanical aptitude.

• Exhibit a willingness to learn.

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and as a productive member of a team.

• Basic computer skills necessary including working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook and Word)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel between floors and buildings including frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead indoors and outdoors with varying temperature ranges from 0 – 100+.

• Work at heights with A-Frame and extension ladders from 5ft to 16ft using buddy system and following all OSHA guidelines and safety precautions.

• Work in confined spaces, following all OSHA guidelines and safety precautions.

• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.

• Must be able to stand for an extended period, at a minimum of 8 hours.

• Must be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull, place objects less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.

• Ability to understand and communicate in English, verbally and written.

• Wear Personal Protective Equipment that may be required when performing Engineer tasks safely, such as but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, splash-resistant face shield, welding helmet, welders’ gloves, all-purpose work gloves, chemical-resistant gloves, disposable gloves, face mask for infectious disease control, nuisance dust mask, hearing protection, standard impact-resistant safety shoes with non-slip soles, and electrically-rated safety shoes.

• Wear fall prevention/protection equipment when working at heights over 4 feet in areas without guardrails, or when performing other non-ladder work at elevations, or when working in permit-required confined spaces where retrieval equipment is required, including but not limited to body harness and lanyard in addition to other required Personal Protective Equipment.

The base compensation for this role is $18.25 per hour. This role is also eligible for access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance and 401(k) plan afforded to members of IUOE Local 399, as well as all other benefits afforded to Tishman Speyer employees per the BOMA - IUOE Local 399 agreement. This base range reflects a number of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skill sets, and/or licensure required of an individual in this particular role. The base range is also specific to members of Tishman Speyer’s Chicago team, as we’ve considered factors specific to this geography.

Tishman Speyer is deeply committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce which promotes different views and perspectives. We expect our leaders and employees alike to champion diversity and inclusion practices. Tishman Speyer has several employee affinity and interest groups that provide employees opportunities to develop professional relationships across the business and identify opportunities for development and advancement.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and treat all applicants for employment equally based upon job-related qualifications and without regards to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Tishman Speyer is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status or military status, or any other category protected under applicable law. Tishman Speyer is committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment and advancement of minorities, women, persons with disabilities and protected veterans.