SENIOR BUILDING TECH

About the Role

Core duties include preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical, electrical, fire, life‑safety and building‑management systems; monitoring critical and non‑critical equipment; diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions without close supervision; and ensuring equipment performance stays within design parameters. The technician also analyzes energy usage, oversees minor construction or alteration projects, and coordinates work with contractors, tenants and engineers. The position requires strict adherence to safety standards, OSHA regulations and company policies, including regular work‑area clean‑up and proper documentation of vendor insurance. The technician must respond immediately to emergencies such as fire, evacuation or equipment failure, and be available on a rotating on‑call schedule. Supervisory responsibilities include managing at least one other employee, assigning tasks, providing technical guidance and training, and setting project deadlines. • Operate and maintain all mechanical, electrical, fire, life‑safety and building‑management systems. • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance according to manufacturer specifications. • Diagnose equipment issues, develop solutions, and execute repairs independently. • Monitor energy usage and implement measures to reduce consumption. • Supervise at least one maintenance staff member and assign daily tasks. • Coordinate maintenance activities with contractors, tenants and engineers. • Lead minor construction or building‑alteration projects and ensure code compliance. • Respond immediately to emergencies (fire, evacuation, equipment failure) and provide after‑hours support. • Participate in on‑call rotation, carrying pager/phone for urgent service requests. • Ensure compliance with OSHA, company safety policies, and applicable codes and regulations. • Conduct regular inspections of HVAC, plumbing, fire alarms, electrical, and other critical equipment. • Maintain accurate work orders, preventive‑maintenance logs, and vendor documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸corrective maintenance
• ▸energy monitoring
• ▸system inspections
• ▸emergency response
• ▸staff supervision

What You Bring

The Senior Building Technician is tasked with operating and maintaining all building equipment and responding promptly to service requests. Candidates must have two years of trade schooling in electrical, refrigeration or HVAC, five years of commercial building operations experience, and the appropriate licenses (electrical, HVAC, Boiler Operator, etc.). The role may be the sole maintenance staff on duty during certain shifts. Required qualifications are a high‑school diploma or GED, five or more years of relevant experience, and a minimum score of 100 % on the Maintenance Skills Exam. Required certifications include an electrical license, HVAC license, Boiler Operator Certificate, EPA 608, and preferably an Operating Engineer (SMA) license. The candidate must be able to lift 100 lb, work in all weather conditions, possess basic Microsoft Office skills, and have a personal vehicle with valid insurance for travel between properties. • Possess at least two years of trade schooling in electrical, refrigeration or HVAC. • Hold required licenses/certifications: electrical, HVAC, Boiler Operator, EPA 608; Operating Engineer license preferred. • Have five+ years of commercial building operations experience and achieve 100 % on the Maintenance Skills Exam.

Requirements

• ▸electrical license
• ▸hvac license
• ▸boiler operator
• ▸epa 608
• ▸5+ years
• ▸microsoft office

Work Environment

Onsite