Building Technician IV

COPT Defense Properties; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

COPT Defense Properties in San Antonio seeks a Senior Building Technician to lead day-to-day building/portfolio technicians, troubleshoot systems, perform repairs, and inspect equipment to ensure proper maintenance.

You will work with the Chief Building Technician, applying skills in electrical, HVAC, boilers/chillers, plumbing, and building automation systems, while training lower level technicians and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent with vocational coursework in HVAC, electricity, plumbing or similar.
• Training: Universal CFC certification; state journeyman license; master license preferred.
• Experience: 7+ years as a senior service technician with leadership experience.
• Computer skills: Basic PC skills and ability to use company software; familiarity with asset systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day building/portfolio technicians; troubleshoot and repair building systems.
• Review work orders and manage expenditures; supervise subcontractors when needed.
• Train lower level technicians and ensure safety, codes, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and calibrate HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.

Skills

Building systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Leadership / supervision

Verbal and written communication

On-call availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational HVAC/electricity/plumbing training

Tools

Basic PC skills

Asset management / work order systems

Building automation systems (BMS/BAS)

Reading electrical/mechanical drawings

Job description

Job Category: Property Operations - Technical

Requisition Number: BUILD001889

• Posted : July 29, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

May be required to maintain and carry appropriate Government credentials.

POSITION SUMMARY

Specialist responsible for leading day-to-day building/portfolio technicians with troubleshooting all building system problems, performing repairs and inspecting systems to ensure proper maintenance. Support the Chief Building Technician by utilizing one or more specialized skills including, but not limited to electrical systems, HVAC, boilers/chillers, plumbing, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Facilitates and executes service request and the preventative maintenance program according to standard operating procedures. Ensures all work performed meets required safety codes. Troubleshoot and perform major repairs on various building systems. Provide day-to-day leadership and support to Building Technician I, II & III regarding maintenance, service, installation and controls of commercial building systems. Inspection, calibration, testing and evaluation on all building systems on a routine basis. Assist Chief Building Technician in training of lower level technicians on building systems.

Building systems may include, but not be limited to, boilers, chillers, rooftop units, split systems, variable air volume, controls and building automation systems, motors, generators, high and low voltage, auxiliary equipment, water feeds and treatment, electrical and plumbing systems.

2. Review work orders. Control expenditures for services and supplies for daily operations within established budget guidelines. Purchase equipment and supplies as necessary. Support with obtaining and monitoring of subcontracts in accordance with their terms/conditions Scope of Work. Provide operating and capital expenditure recommendations to the Chief Building Technician and management team.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise subcontractors providing maintenance or repair services. Obtain monthly preventative maintenance reports from contractors.
• Facilitate procurement of supplies and inventory -.
• Maintain all tools, parts and supplies in an organized manner.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma, or equivalent, with additional vocational coursework in one or more of the following disciplines: HVAC, electricity, plumbing or other relevant areas.

Further Training:

• Universal CFC certified.
• State Certified Journeyman’s license or equivalent.
• State Certified Master’s license or equivalent is preferred.
• MD 1st grade stationary license -or equivalent if required in another state; preferred

Professional Experience:

• Minimum of seven years relevant experience as a senior service technician with a minimum of two years’ experience providing work direction to others.

Computer Skills

• Basic PC skills and ability to learn company specific software.
• Ability to adapt to new or changing software programs.
• Proficiency in automated asset management /work order systems preferred.

Mobility: N/A

Other Requirements:

• Ability to routinely perform 24-hour on call and off hour duty including evenings, weekends and holidays and to respond to emergency situations on a 24-hour on-call basis.
• Strong knowledge of all building systems (HVAC, mechanical and electrical) including how to troubleshoot, maintain and control.
• Extensive knowledge of building VAV systems.
• Must have in depth knowledge of all building automation systems including BMS/BAS, Fire alarm, SCADA.
• Must be able to read trade-related building electrical, mechanical and plumbing drawings and internal wiring schematics.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Monitors and implements OSHA requirements.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while diagnosing and resolving building systems issues.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong - interpersonal skills to effectively interact with tenants, suppliers and other technicians.
• May be 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: $70,000 - $140,000

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.

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