Maintenance Tech II

Maintenance Technician

Sonder is a leading global hospitality brand, offering premium, design-forward apartments and intimate boutique hotels for the modern, savvy traveler. Our team blends the agility of a tech company with the standards of a global hospitality brand — and we're building something that's reshaping the future of travel.

Maintenance Technicians at Sonder are responsible for helping to deliver a flawless guest experience. They're detail-oriented individuals who love checklists and are capable of attending to our units at flexible times. Maintenance Technicians are efficient with their time, quick learners and excited to get their hands dirty. This is a great role for an experienced Maintenance Technician looking to join a facilities team that enjoys digging into and solving facilities mysteries across multiple trades and building types.

The Opportunity:

• Complete a variety of tasks related to maintenance of guest spaces and rooms, including troubleshooting, light repairs, up to and including major repairs or replacements of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, structural, or other building assets.
• Complete periodic maintenance of electrical, HVAC, plumbing and other building or room equipment.
• Perform handyman repairs to a high level finish in guest rooms and guest spaces. Including furniture, doors, windows, patch and paint, and other hardware.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant federal and local guidelines for safety and productivity including, OSHA, ADA and other required regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while completing tasks related to maintenance, repair or installation.
• Coordinate, meet and support our 3rd party contractors including painters, installers, furniture builders, housekeepers, and other specialized trades.
• Conduct thorough apartment walkthroughs and maintenance checks
• Organize and document project information and updates
• Instruct and supervise contractors as they paint, build furniture, hang art, photograph and clean
• Travel to various buildings/cities as required
• In your role, you must be willing and able to perform duties related to all aspects of Hospitality Operations at Sonder. This includes leaning-in to assist in resolving guest issues and/or supporting our property onboardings based on market/team needs.

Who We Look For:

• Minimum 4 years of experience working in maintenance, as a Maintenance Technician II or equivalent
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification in a skilled trade, such as HVAC, electrical or carpentry examples may include NFPA 70E, EPA, OSHA 30, general Contractor license.
• Excellent understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• A perfectionist that obsesses over all the details
• Ability to take the initiative and problem solve independently
• Professional demeanor and strong ability to establish positive relationships with others
• Motivated to adopt new and emerging technologies
• Knowledgeable with Google Suite
• Ability to lift/carry items and stand/walk for extended periods of time
• A background in construction, hospitality, or operations a plus
• Must have a flexible schedule and open to working some weekends as business requires
• Support the Hospitality/Building Manager in regards to safety & security of the building along with Fire, Life Safety concerns
• This role requires regular access to a reliable smartphone and a reliable vehicle to use for work, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record with proof of insurance.
• This role requires regular access to a reliable smartphone, reliable transportation and willingness to travel between properties on a daily basis when working. (Reliable transportation includes biking, walking, public transportation, scooter and/or other forms of transit that provide reasonable work associated transit times between locations).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (where applicable)
• Flexible vacation
• Wellness and volunteering days
• Annual free credits and discounts to stay in Sonders
• Workplace flexibility (for remote-specified positions only) #ABetterWaytoWork

Learn More About Sonder

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• Blog: Sonder Stories

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other classification protected by applicable state, federal or local law. Extend Hospitality To All is one of Sonder's Leadership Principles. Living up to that principle means fully embracing diversity: ensuring that all of our employees, guests, partners, and communities feel safe, respected, included, cared for, and empowered.

As part of our commitment to creating a workplace open to all, we have created Sonder Circles, also known as employee resource groups. These groups aim to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace aligned with the communities they serve.

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