Maintenance Technician I Building Engineer Downtown LA

Sentral; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

401(k) with company match

8 types of paid time off

Travel discounts

Discounted pet insurance

Job summary

Sentral is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician I to join their team in downtown Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will maintain mechanical equipment and facilities while ensuring excellent customer service interactions with residents. This position requires adherence to safety regulations and the ability to work a rotating on-call schedule.

Applicants should have proven maintenance experience and knowledge in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, alongside certifications. Comprehensive benefits such as health plans, a 401(k) match, and generous PTO are included.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Proven maintenance experience or a related technical degree required.
• Strong knowledge in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building maintenance including HVAC and plumbing.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls.

Skills

Maintenance experience

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing skills

Electrical knowledge

Carpentry skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree

CPO and HVAC certifications

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

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 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. One fully company‑paid plan (no monthly premiums for you). HSA and FSA options available. Note: 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, including personal days with no waiting period, 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 receive discounted rates on pet insurance, attractions, rental cars, shows, events, and more.

Physical Demands

• 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.

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.