Building Technician II

COPT DEFENSE PROPERTIES, LP; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

COPT Defense Properties, LP in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Building Technician to maintain daily building operations, assist tenants, and perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related systems.

You will coordinate subcontractors, ensure safety codes are followed, and keep detailed operation records. The role requires at least three years of facilities experience, on-call availability, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred.
• Experience: minimum of three years in facilities, maintenance, or building technician roles.
• Skills: basic PC skills and ability to learn company software; strong communication and organizational abilities.

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.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Building technician

Troubleshooting

Basic PC skills

Communication skills

On-call availability

Driver's license

Energy management systems

VAV systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training

CFC certificate and apprentice license

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Job Category: Property Operations - Technical

Requisition Number: BUILD001933

• Posted : September 24, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Chantilly, VA 20151, USA

Description

Required to maintain and carry appropriate Government credentials.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the day-to-day building operations including responding to tenant requests, performing repairs and preventative maintenance of building systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education - High school diploma or equivalent.

Further Training

• Vocational training preferred.
• CFC certificate and apprentice license preferred.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of three years relevant work experience in a facilities, maintenance or building technician role.

Computer Skills

• 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.

Mobility - N/A

Other Requirements

• 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.
• Required to carry and maintain appropriate government credentials.

EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Standard office equipment including PC, telephone, copier, fax machine, printer, etc.

Motor vehicle, testing devices, hand tools, power tools, etc.

Pay Range: $53,000 - $110,000

CDP proudly offers to all employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week market-leading health benefits including medical, dental, vision and prescription, etc.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

3 years:

3 years: Minimum of three years relevant work experience in a facilities, maintenance or building technician role.

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