Maintenance Technician I - Austin, TX

MSCCN; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentral is hiring a Maintenance Technician I to fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines on-site. The role supports residents with strong customer service and requires a can-do attitude and ownership of tasks.

The position operates Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with rotating on-call duties. On-site location offers hands-on work across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical college degree preferred.
• CPO and HVAC certifications required; HVAC knowledge a plus.
• Experience with hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Repair and replace components as needed.
• Maintain safety and health standards.
• Respond to on-call maintenance requests.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent worker

Reading manuals

Blueprint interpretation

Use of hand and power tools

Precison measuring instruments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical college degree

CPO certification

HVAC certification

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience,

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

$24 - $25 / hour

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.

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 on-site of the property. This schedule for this role is Monday - Friday from 8am-5pm and 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.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

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