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Essex

Non-profit platform for angel equity funding

Maintenance Technician 2

Full-Time
$23.50 - $28.37/hr
Junior
San Jose, CA, USA
In Person

Five days on-site per week, likely including weekend coverage; on-call availability is required.

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent and at least 2 years of property management industry or related experience are required.
  • A valid driver's license is required because the property requires use of golf carts for essential on-site operations.
  • Proficient knowledge and hands-on experience in electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair are required.
  • Knowledge of environmental and industrial hazards, including asbestos, lead, mold, and radon, as they apply to residential housing is required.
  • The ability to use a personal smart device for property-operations and communication applications is required.
  • A general understanding of the Microsoft Suite and property management software is required.
  • The ability to read, write, and speak English is required.
  • Availability for on-call duty, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is required.
  • The role requires continuous physical effort, including lifting more than 50 pounds and frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities.
  • The ability to operate in indoor and outdoor settings and adapt to changing priorities is required.
Responsibilities
  • Perform routine and preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance systems.
  • Repair and maintain interior and exterior property features, including doors, windows, walls, flooring, and fixtures.
  • Respond to residents' maintenance requests and resolve issues promptly and efficiently.
  • Prepare vacant units for new residents by painting, cleaning, and repairing or replacing damaged or worn items.
  • Inspect common areas, equipment, and building systems to identify maintenance needs.
  • Implement and follow a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce equipment failures and costly repairs.
  • Respond to emergency maintenance requests, including plumbing leaks, electrical outages, and HVAC failures.
  • Perform work in accordance with safety regulations and building codes, and report safety hazards or compliance issues.
  • Maintain adequate supplies of tools, equipment, and materials for daily operations.
  • Keep the maintenance shop organized and stocked.
  • Complete work orders and required documentation accurately and on time.
  • Maintain SightPlan or tracker records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs.
  • Travel occasionally to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on-site work.
  • Communicate basic technical or factual information with colleagues and immediate managers familiar with the job area.
  • Solve routine and repetitive problems by following clear directions and defined procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • An HVAC and/or CPO license is preferred.

About the company

Angels@Essex is an invitation-only equity investment platform linked to the University of Essex’s Enterprise Zone that connects entrepreneurs with a curated network of angel investors. It supports startups and spin-outs by facilitating equity funding, operating on a non-profit model with no fees or commissions for investments.

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Headquarters

Colchester, United Kingdom

Founded

2019

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What believers are saying

  • 2026 results showed £159 million raised, up 51% year over year.
  • Supported businesses rose to 187 in 2025, and deals reached 313.
  • Richa Daniel's April 2026 appointment signals expansion across the investor ecosystem.

What critics are saying

  • Revenue depends on University of Essex and UKRI funding, not market fees.
  • Invitation-only screening limits founder volume versus Crowdcube and Seedrs.
  • If UKRI support ends, Angels@Essex becomes a university cost center.],
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What makes Essex unique

  • University of Essex backs a free, invitation-only platform inside its Enterprise Zone.
  • Angels@Essex pairs investor access with 1:1 mentoring and due-diligence screening.
  • The platform sits inside UKRI’s Investor Partnerships Future Economy programme.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness Program

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation