Maintenance Technician I

Position Overview and Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for fixing and maintaining mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, and heating and air conditioning system maintenance.

This is an in-person position located on-site of the property. The schedule for this role is Saturday - Wednesday from 6:30am - 3:30pm. This position requires a rotating on-call schedule.

What You’ll Do

• Prioritize above all a strong customer service outlook through personal contact with residents and guests
• Perform routine building maintenance duties, including painting, minor electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, and heating and ventilation systems maintenance
• Conduct preventative maintenance work and safety inspections as scheduled
• Diagnose mechanical issues and correct them
• Repair machines, equipment, or structures as necessary
• Clean the interior of the building, as well as machinery and equipment, and the exterior of the building
• Comply with all safety and health regulations
• Keep inventory of maintenance and cleaning supplies and equipment, and report needs to supervisor
• Work with and maintain relationships with contracted vendors
• Respond to emergency calls for maintenance and repairs
• Must be available to work on an on-call basis
• Perform other related duties and assignments as needed and assigned

Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Proven maintenance experience or related degree from a technical college
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools
• Ability to take apart machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts
• Ability to check blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary
• Experience with precision measuring instruments or electronic testing devices
• Experience performing routine maintenance
• Strong organizational and follow up skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Professional presentation and attitude
• Strong time management skills
• CPO and HVAC certifications are required
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems (including relevant equipment and tools)
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other manuals and documents
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from supervisors

Community Team Perks + Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical, dental, and vision health plan options, including a fully company-paid plan with HSA and FSA options.
• Invest in Your Future: A 401(k) with a 4% company match to help you reach your savings goals.
• Time Off That Grows with You: 11 paid holidays and 8 types of paid time off (PTO).
• Travel Discount: Discounted rates on stays at Sentral communities for team members and their friends and families.
• Deep Savings: Discounts on pet insurance, attractions, rental cars, shows, events, and more!

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Able to ascend/descend a ladder to complete various maintenance tasks
• Able to work in a space that includes indoor and outdoor spaces, with and without covering
• Able to move throughout the property as needed
• Able to transport boxes and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds
• Able to communicate with other persons in the building
• Able to observe details in surrounding areas and on a screen