Maintenance Technician I (Building Engineer) - Downtown LA

About Sentral

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. 

Our core values reflect our commitment to our employees, as we are service first in our actions, value thinking like an owner, and continuously strive to make one another better. We strongly believe in continuous personal improvement, career growth and diversity in our workforce. With ongoing learning & development offerings, leadership coaching and mentorship programs, we foster an empowered environment rooted in empathy and growth. Our team members are curious explorers who never stop learning and who strive for great outcomes. 

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Position Overview and Responsibilities

At Sentral, we are building a team of people-first focused individuals who thrive on going above and beyond. Ideal candidates will exemplify a can-do attitude, a growth mindset, and an entrepreneurial drive. Successful candidates will be proactive, solution-oriented, and have strong ownership of their work. 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 in downtown Los Angeles, CA. This position requires weekend availability and 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 
• 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.
*Premiums apply for spouse, dependent, or family coverage plans
•  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!

The following requirements are intended to reflect the expected work environment and physical demands of the role. Candidate must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodation to be successful in the role: 

• 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

If you require accommodations to the above listed job duties or would like to request accommodations during the interview process, please indicate so on your applications in the "Accommodations" section.

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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.