On-Call Maintenance Technician – HVAC & Repairs

Sentral; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

Paid holidays

8 types of PTO

Travel discounts

Pet discount

Job summary

Sentral in Austin, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and safety inspections across our residential properties. This on-site role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and reliable ownership of tasks.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, plus technical training and CPO/HVAC certifications. Work hours are Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with rotating on-call duties.

Qualifications

• 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 read 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).
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other manuals and documents.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize strong customer service through resident and guest interactions.
• Perform routine maintenance duties including painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC tasks.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and perform repairs.
• Keep building interiors/exteriors and equipment clean and maintained.
• Adhere to safety and health regulations.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and coordinate with vendors.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls.
• Be available for on-call shifts.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Read manuals/blueprints

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical college training

CPO certification

HVAC certification

Tools

Hand and power tools

Blueprints and manuals

Job description

Sentral in Austin, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and safety inspections across our residential properties. This on-site role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and reliable ownership of tasks.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, plus technical training and CPO/HVAC certifications. Work hours are Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with rotating on-call duties.