Maintenance Technician I (Building Engineer) - DTLA - Sentral

About Sentral

Sentral is a network of urban residential communities redefining the way people live, travel, and work. Sentral takes the convenience, connection, and comfort of home to new heights-we call it Home+. Designed for the mobile professional, our one-of-a-kind communities offer designer-furnished and unfurnished apartments with flexible lengths of stay in walkable, vibrant neighborhoods. Premium amenities include everything from thoughtful co-working spaces and high-speed Wi-Fi to fitness centers, rooftop pools, homesharing, and more.

Whether you stay a year, a night or somewhere in between, Sentral lets you live life on your own terms in the heart of the world's best cities: Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, Oakland, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, Scottsdale, and Seattle, with more coming soon.

Our core values reflect our commitment to our employees, as we elevate humanity and make one another better. We strongly believe in continuous personal improvement, career growth and diversity in our work force. With ongoing learning & development offerings, leadership coaching and mentorship programs, we foster an empowered environment rooted in empathy and growth. Our colleagues are curious explorers who never stop learning and who strive for great outcomes.

Learn more about Sentral by visiting www.sentral.com

Position Overview and Duties

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. This shift schedule is Sunday-Thursday, and this position requires an on-call schedule on a rotating basis.

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
• Eye for 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 stand or walk for extended periods; ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift or move heavy equipment
• 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

Sentral Benefits 

• Healthcare Coverage: We are committed to providing comprehensive healthcare plans (medical, dental, vision, and other benefit options) to our team members and their families.
• Career Development: We offer extensive learning and development opportunities to support growth.
• Paid Time Off: Sentral fosters a flexible work lifestyle by offering generous paid time off to team members.
• Matching 401K: To help you reach your savings goals, we offer a 401(k) plan with a match.