Building Technician II

COPT Defense Properties•Mclean, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the day-to-day building operations including responding to tenant requests, performing repairs and preventative maintenance of building systems. This role involves troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance to all building systems including HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and finishes. The technician will also perform basic preventative building and grounds maintenance, coordinate and monitor access for subcontractors, and ensure all work performed meets required safety codes. A key aspect of the role is to inspect and maintain the overall building and grounds appearance to ensure a high standard of quality, and to inspect and evaluate all building systems on a daily basis. Daily records of building operation must be maintained, and the Chief Building Technician must be advised of major problems with recommendations for corrective actions. The role also assumes day-to-day security needs of the building, investigating alarm sequences, unauthorized entry/vandalism, and life/safety situations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of three years relevant work experience in a facilities, maintenance or building technician role.
Basic PC skills and ability to learn company specific software.
Ability to adapt to new or changing software programs.
Proficiency in automated work order systems: Maximo preferred.
Ability to routinely perform on call and off hour duty including evenings, weekends and holidays and to be available and respond accordingly during these periods when so assigned.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, systems, control and construction.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with tenants, suppliers and other technicians.
Ability to understand and utilize various testing devices.
Basic knowledge of energy management systems and building VAV systems.
May be required to carry and maintain appropriate government credentials.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training preferred.
CFC certificate and apprentice license preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance to all building systems including HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and finishes.
Perform basic preventative building and grounds maintenance.
Coordinate and monitor access for subcontractors performing maintenance or repair work.
Ensures all work performed meets required safety codes.
Inspect and maintain overall building and grounds appearance to ensure a high standard of quality.
Inspect and evaluate all building systems on a daily basis.
Maintain daily records of building operation.
Advise Chief Building Technician of major problems and recommend basic corrective actions.
Assume day-to-day security needs of building.
Investigate alarm sequences, unauthorized entry/vandalism, and life/safety situations.
Perform the duties of a Building Technician I as required.
Assist with set-up and take down of special events.
Maintain all tools, parts, and supplies in an organized manner.
Inform the Chief Building Technician of any needs for replacement, restocking or repair of items.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.