Apprentice Building Engineer

Apprentice Building/Facilities Engineer – Corporate Hq & R&D Campus

1st Shift | Training Provided | Growth Path to Licensed Engineer | $25–$30/hr

If you're early in your Building Engineering career and want hands-on experience in a complex, modern corporate headquarters and R&D campus, this is a rare opportunity to learn from experienced licensed engineers — not just change filters all day.

You'll support a 240,000 sq. ft. Corporate HQ & R&D Center with executive spaces, laboratories, and advanced building systems. This role is designed for someone who wants to grow into a fully licensed Boiler or Building Engineer with long-term stability.

The Role At A Glance

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

On-call: Light rotation once trained

Location: Corporate Headquarters & R&D Campus

Environment: Clean, professional, career-focused facilities

Why This Role Stands Out

• Train under experienced licensed engineers
• Exposure to boilers, chillers, labs, and advanced building systems
• Global manufacturing HQ with long-term stability
• Support for licenses, certifications, and professional development
• Clear career path into Stationary Engineering, HVAC, or Facilities Leadership
• Work in professional, mission-critical environments — not high-turnover buildings

What You'll Be Responsible For

Hands-on learning and support in:

• Preventive maintenance on:
• HVAC equipment
• Pumps, motors, and air handlers
• Steam boiler systems (with supervision)
• Chillers and cooling towers
• Assisting with troubleshooting:
• Building automation systems
• Fire & life safety systems
• Electrical and mechanical issues

As you grow, you will:

• Learn to read basic schematics and blueprints
• Support small repairs and equipment adjustments
• Help maintain clean, safe mechanical rooms
• Escort and coordinate contractors
• Participate in emergency and on-call support (once trained)

Required Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of commercial facilities, maintenance, HVAC, or mechanical experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Basic understanding of tools, safety practices, and building systems
• Interest in earning boiler or engineering licenses (company will support training)

Valued Skills

• HVAC basics
• Mechanical or electrical troubleshooting
• Light carpentry, plumbing, or pipefitting exposure
• Ability to follow SOPs, safety standards, and task checklists
• Familiarity with building automation systems is a plus

Work Environment

You'll be part of a professional facilities team supporting:

• Executive offices
• R&D labs
• Scientific workspaces
• A clean, modern corporate campus of 400+ employees

This is a stable, long-term environment with supportive leadership and strong training.

Career & Culture

This company is known for:

• Promoting from within
• Investing in apprentice and junior engineers
• Supporting license progression (2C → 2B → 1st Class)
• Providing steady hours and long-term career security

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of White Bear Lake, MN.

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in White Bear Lake, MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.