Comstock Companies

Develops and manages mixed-use properties in DC

Facilities Technician

Building & Property MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeReston, VA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
Experience with various types of hand tools and diagnostic equipment is required.
CFC Universal Refrigerant Certification is required.
A valid driver's license without major violations is required.
The candidate must be able to diagnose problems, make sound decisions, prioritize, schedule, and complete multiple tasks.
The candidate must be able to interpret engineering drawings and equipment manuals.
The candidate must be able to operate electric hand tools, work on a ladder, carry tools, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
The candidate must be able to work in close spaces such as closets and crawl spaces, and on building roofs.
The candidate must be able to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and reach.
The candidate must be able to perform continuous repetitive motions and work in variable temperatures, variable noise levels, indoors and outdoors, and around fumes, hazards, dust, mite hazards, chemicals, and biohazards.
The candidate must maintain a proven safety record and comply with safe work practices.
The candidate must have proficient computer skills, including email, Word, and Excel.
The candidate must have strong oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills.
The candidate must be able to establish working relationships in a team setting.
The candidate must be able to multitask and prioritize tasks with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
The candidate must be self-directed and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
The role requires occasional overtime and holiday work.

Responsibilities

Inspect all garage levels and stairwells for lighting, mechanical equipment, elevators, generators, fuel tanks, ejector pumps, switchgear rooms, fire alarm systems, and fire sprinklers.
Provide customer service and build rapport with tenants, responding promptly and courteously to tenant requests within established guidelines.
Maintain and repair building equipment and HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and electrical and pneumatic control systems.
Complete work assignments thoroughly and efficiently with limited supervision.
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair building equipment and systems to support efficient building operations.
Support the property maintenance team with assigned customer service requests, construction projects, and event-related special setups.
Support the Facilities Operations Manager in achieving compliance at assigned property locations.
Perform predictive, preventive, and routine maintenance, and complete service requests as directed.
Assist contractors and ensure contracted services are performed safely and in accordance with established work standards and practices.
Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, building alarm contacts, and other building fire-life-safety systems.
Maintain and repair single-phase electrical breakers, switches, receptacles, junction boxes, conduit, lights, and ballasts.
Maintain and repair plumbing components, including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, water fountains, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, and sump pumps.
Perform other building maintenance, repair, restoration, and general handyman tasks as directed.
Respond to after-hours calls for trouble alarms, fire alarms, and power outages.
Assist with winterizing irrigation systems, outside hose bibs, and stairwell heaters.
Perform plaza-level work, including lighting, snow removal, and assistance with retail tenant needs.

Desired Qualifications

A trade or maintenance license is preferred.
Exposure to a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) is a plus.

Job Overview

The Facilities Technician will assist in the daily operations of garages assigned in portfolio. position requires strong technical, mechanical, and administrative skills necessary to operate and maintain our garage locations. The primary focus of this position centers on providing high levels of customer service including on-site and on-call plant operational support.

Responsibilities

Tour all garage levels and stairwells for visual inspection of lighting, mechanical equipment, elevators, generators, fuel tanks, ejector pumps, switchgear rooms, fire alarm systems and fire sprinklers.
Provide Class “A” customer service – Building a good rapport with tenants and going above and beyond whenever possible.
Maintain and repair all types of building equipment, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls (electrical & pneumatic)
Complete work assignments thoroughly and efficiently with limited supervision
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair building equipment related to the efficient operation of the building equipment and systems
Support the property maintenance team, working on assigned customer service requests, active with construction projects and supporting special set ups relating to events
Support Facilities Operations Manager to achieve compliance at your property location(s)
Maintain good tenant relations through prompt and courteous response to tenant request within the guidelines set forth
Perform predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance, routine maintenance and service requests as directed
Assist contractors and ensure contracted services are being performed safely and in accordance with established work standards and practices
Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, building alarm contacts, and other building fire life safety systems
Maintain and repair single phase electrical breakers, switches, receptacles, junction boxes, conduit, lights, and ballasts
Maintain and repair plumbing components including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, water fountains, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, and sump pumps
Provide all other building maintenance, repair, and restorative procedures as directed
Perform general Handyman tasks to maintain buildings
Occasional overtime and holiday work will be required
Respond to after hour calls for trouble alarms, fire alarms, power outages.
Assist in winterization of irrigation systems, outside hose bibs, stairwell heaters.
Perform necessary work on plaza level to include lighting, snow removal, and asst retail tenants needs.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Experienced with various types of hand tools and use of diagnostic equipment
CFC Universal Refrigerant Certification required
Trade or Maintenance License preferred
Exposure to a CMMS system a plus
Proven safety record and compliance to safe work practices
Proficient computer skills including e-mail, word and excel
Must have valid driver’s license without major violations
Ability to diagnosis problems, make sound decisions, prioritize, schedule and complete multiple tasks
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and equipment manuals
Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity
Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence
Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation
Must be customer-focused and results-oriented
Must want to continuously learn and develop
Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills
Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in team setting
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physically able to operate electric hand tools, work on a ladder, carry tools and lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Able to work in close spaces such as closets, crawl space and able to work on roofs of buildings
Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reach
Continuous repetitive motions
Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards

Benefits

Compensation:- Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential
- Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life InsuranceCareer Development
- Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio
- Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth

Employee Perks:
- Employee Discount for added benefits
- Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration

Additional Benefits:
- Explore more perks and possibilities for growing your career with Comstock Companies! Discover what sets us apart!

The wage range listed for this position reflects a reasonable estimate and considers multiple factors that influence compensation decisions. These may include, but are not limited to, your skills, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and the specific needs of the organization. The posted range does not reflect adjustments for geographic differentials tied to where the role may be filled.

At Comstock, it is not typical for a new hire to start at or near the top of the posted range. Compensation is determined based on the unique circumstances of each candidate.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Any award under this program is subject to its rules and may depend on individual and organizational performance.

Virginia Compensation Range

$28—$32 USD

Virginia Compensation Range 28 - 32 USD

About the Company

Comstock Companies

Develops and manages mixed-use properties in DC

Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. specializes in developing and managing mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C. region, offering asset management, property management, development, and construction management services. The company's main technologies/methods include mixed-use and transit-oriented development, asset management, property management, and construction management services.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Reston, Virginia
Founded: 1985

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