Maintenance Technician I

About the role

Sentral is a network of communities redefining the way people live. Sentral’s mission is to be the leading residential hospitality operator through superior performance, enhanced experience, and a network of connected communities. We take the convenience, connection, and comfort of home to new heights—we call it Home+. Our one-of-a-kind communities offer unrivaled locations, innovative tech-enabled services, and premium amenities to enhance everyday life. Sentral lets you live life on your own terms in the heart of the world's best cities: Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, Oakland, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, Scottsdale, and Seattle, with more coming soon.

Position Overview and Responsibilities

This is an in-person position located on-site of the property. This position requires a rotating on-call schedule.

• 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
• Ability to use common tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches
• 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
• Ability to maintain focus while working individually
• Strong time management skills
• CPO and HVAC certifications are required
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems (including relevant equipment and tools) is a plus
• 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
• May be required to work outside of regular work hours

Community Team Perks + Benefits

• Health & Wellness: We offer multiple medical, dental, and vision health plan options that begin the first month after your start date! There is one fully company-paid plan (no monthly premiums for you)*, and HSA and FSA options to set aside pre-tax dollars.
• Invest in Your Future: Eligible after just three months of employment, we offer a 401(k) with a 4% company match to help you reach your savings goals.
• Time Off That Grows with You: In addition to 11 paid holidays, Sentral offers 8 different types of paid time off (PTO) to meet all of life's demands. These 8 types of PTO include personal days that have no waiting period to use, one floating holiday each year, Enrichment Hours for volunteering or career development, and more!
• Travel Discount: Team members (and their friends and families) receive travel discounts when they stay at a Sentral community.
• Deep Savings: All team members at Sentral receive discounted rates on pet insurance, attractions, rental cars, shows, events, and more!

Requirements

• Ascend/descend a ladder to complete various maintenance tasks
• Position self to install equipment in fixed spaces and at awkward angles in a repetitive manner and/or extended periods of time
• Work in a space that includes indoor and outdoor spaces, with and without covering
• Move throughout the property as needed
• Transport boxes and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds
• Communicate with other persons in the building
• Observe details in surrounding areas and on a screen

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sentral is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that champions all backgrounds, identities, and voices. We strive to cultivate a space where our team members feel valued, and our residents feel loved. While there is no exact recipe for ensuring our residents feel loved, we believe a key ingredient is seeking and employing individuals that reflect the uniqueness of our residents.