Building Maintenance Specialist

Salary: $77,910.30 - $116,865.58 Annually
Location : VARIOUS LOCATIONS ACROSS SAN ANTONIO, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-01339
Department: Building & Equipment Services
Opening Date: 09/08/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt


Job Summary


Under general direction, is responsible for estimating the materials needed, time for completion, and associated cost for the building maintenance services of City facilities by organizing and planning activities of electrical, HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, painting, and other trade staff. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
Various city facilities with assignments being based on departmental needs.

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Performs site assessments to estimate materials, costs, and time needed to complete maintenance and/or repair projects.
• Develops detailed project plans and schedules for buildings requiring maintenance and/or repair.
• Provides work direction and leadership to assigned maintenance projects, including scheduling and assignment of duties for project management efforts.
• Assesses, plans, and directs maintenance services for preventive and corrective projects.
• Develops maintenance schedules and requirements for all equipment and personnel.
• Reviews paperwork generated by staff and required by City policy and directives.
• Coordinates with subordinate employees and other City staff to prioritize maintenance work assignments.
• Directs contracted projects to verify adherence to specifications and budget restraints.
• Prepares and submits assigned operating and management reports.
• Submits recommendations on budget requirements based on building needs.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency)
• Nine (9) years of experience of building maintenance operations, to include (5) years of supervisory experience
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
• Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP
• Experience with a Facilities Management work order system.
• Experience with Mechanical (HVAC), Electrical, and Plumbing systems.
• Experience with new construction reviews to determine code compliance and avert future maintenance issues.
• Experience with process improvement and/or process mapping in a facilities management environment.
• Experience working in a building maintenance/facilities environment.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of construction cost estimation techniques.
• Knowledge of electrical, HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, and painting principles and techniques for commercial and industrial buildings.
• Knowledge of HVAC control systems to include pneumatic and electrical controls.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of current building codes, practices, procedures, equipment, and supplies used in the building maintenance trade.
• Skill in construction cost estimating.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to develop preventative maintenance for the operation and maintenance of building equipment.
• Ability to develop work standards and maintenance programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to direct the activities of a large group of employees.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to assess multiple building systems, such as roof, building envelope, utilities, and HVAC and electrical systems.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are inside and outside environment with possible exposure to adverse weather conditions, dust, chemicals, confined spaces, heights, and uneven grounds.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is View phone number on click.appcast.io and our fax number is View phone number on click.appcast.io.
01


Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02


Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04


Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

05


What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

06


How many years of experience do you have in building maintenance operations?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more

07


How many years of supervisory experience in building maintenance operations do you have?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years or more

08


How many years of experience do you have in facilities management, manufacturing, or construction industry?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more

09


If you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, please select the area of study in which you have the degree:

• Chemical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• I do not have an Engineering Degree

10


Please rate your level of expertise with SAP.

• I do not have any experience
• Limited Experience
• Intermediate Experience (requires little or no assistance)
• Advanced Experience (subject matter expert - able to teach others)

11


Select any of the following project management items you have at least 2 years experience with:

• Project Design, Development, and Implementation
• Developing methods, procedures, and project metrics
• Communication of project expectations
• Coordinating detailed project plans and schedules
• Providing direction and leadership
• Resolving project schedule issues
• Developing procedures, guidelines, and training programs
• None of the above

12


Select any of the following building related items you have at least four (4) years of experience with:

• Reading blueprints
• Unified Development Code of the City of San Antonio
• City Public Service Standards
• Customer service
• Code Compliance
• Conducting building inspections
• Reading maps
• Utilizing computers
• International Building Code
• International Residential Code
• International Energy Conservation Code
• Documenting inspections
• None of the above

13


How many years of experience do you have with a Facilities Management work order system?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years or more

14


Describe what methods you follow when troubleshooting electrical or plumbing problems. Please provide a relevant example. If you do not have any experience, respond n/a"
15


Describe how you manage a multi-trade workforce comprised of electricians, plumbers, carpenters, painters, and maintenance mechanics. If you do not have any relevant experience, respond "n/a"
16


Please describe the methods you use to determine man-hour, material, and equipment costs for a multi-trades facility repair. If you do not have experience, answer "n/a".
17


I acknowledge for this position I must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: 1) Felony Convictions, 2) Felony Deferred Adjudication, 3) Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, 4) Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, 5) Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and 5) Family Violence Convictions.

• I acknowledge

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I acknowledge that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.

• I agree

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I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

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