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Essex

Non-profit platform for angel equity funding

Maintenance Technician

Full-Time
$23.50 - $28.37/hr+ 20% housing discount
Mid
San Jose, CA, USA
HybridFive days on-site per week; occasional travel to other locations.
General Maintenance & RepairBuilding & Property Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent and at least two years of property management industry or related experience.
  • A valid driver's license is required because the property requires use of golf carts for essential on-site duties.
  • Hands-on knowledge and experience with electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair.
  • Knowledge of environmental and industrial hazards, including asbestos, lead, mold, and radon, as they apply to residential housing.
  • Ability to use a personal smart device for property operations and communication apps.
  • General understanding of Microsoft Suite and property management software.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English.
  • Availability for on-call duty as requested, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and prompt response to work orders during assigned periods.
  • Ability to perform continuous physical work, including lifting over 50 pounds, and frequent standing, walking, and bending; may need to operate heavy machinery.
  • Ability to work five days on-site per week, likely including weekend coverage.
Responsibilities
  • Perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and appliances.
  • Repair and maintain interior and exterior property features, including doors, windows, walls, flooring, and fixtures.
  • Respond to residents’ maintenance requests and resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Prepare vacant units for new residents by painting, cleaning, and repairing or replacing damaged or worn items, and ensure units meet cleanliness and functionality standards before move-in.
  • Inspect common areas, equipment, and building systems to identify maintenance needs, and follow a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce equipment failures and costly repairs.
  • Respond promptly 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 to the appropriate manager or supervisor.
  • Maintain adequate supplies of tools, equipment, and materials, and help keep the maintenance shop organized and stocked.
  • Complete work orders and required documentation accurately and on time, and maintain SightPlan or tracker records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs.
  • Travel occasionally to other locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on-site work.
  • Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • An HVAC and/or Certified Pool Operator (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