Assistant Resident Manager - Guelph

Equiton Living; Guelph; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Vision care

Dental care

Extended health care

Casual dress

Job summary

Equiton Living is hiring a Live-In Assistant Resident Manager in Ontario. The role combines customer service with hands-on maintenance, with a fully subsidized apartment on site and a focus on resident satisfaction.

Responsibilities include maintaining common areas, showing suites, coordinating contractors, and ensuring safety standards. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in maintenance or property management and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years preferred in building maintenance, property management, or similar roles.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Proficiency in English (a second language is a plus).
• Able to lift up to 15 kg and perform physical tasks (stairs, bending, etc.).
• Criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily cleanliness of common areas and prepare vacant suites for new residents.
• Respond promptly and professionally to resident requests and concerns.
• Show available suites to prospective tenants and support leasing efforts.
• Book and coordinate contractors for maintenance and repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections of the property, including building systems and grounds.
• Assist with minor repairs (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, basic HVAC checks).
• Ensure life safety systems and fire regulations are adhered to.
• Provide exceptional customer service and help foster a positive community environment.
• Remain available for evening and weekend on-call duties.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Basic maintenance

Tech savvy

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Yardi

MS Office

Job description

Live-In Assistant Resident Manager

About the Role: Equiton is looking for an Assistant Resident Manager, who has both customer facing and maintenance experience. This is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. You'll receive a fully subsidized apartment onsite as part of your compensation, so you can live where you work, be present for residents, and take pride in the community you help manage.

Compensation:

$23,000 annually plus $27,456 apartment benefit ($2288/month for a 2 bedroom apartment). ($50,456/yr total)

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain daily cleanliness of common areas and prepare vacant suites for new residents
• Respond promptly and professionally to resident requests and concerns
• Show available suites to prospective tenants and support leasing efforts
• Book and coordinate contractors for maintenance and repairs
• Conduct regular inspections of the property, including building systems and grounds
• Assist with minor repairs (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, basic HVAC checks)
• Ensure life safety systems and fire regulations are adhered to
• Provide exceptional customer service and help foster a positive community environment
• Remain available for evening and weekend on-call duties

What You Bring:

• A strong work ethic, reliability, and a "do-it-yourself" mindset
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and handle minor maintenance and repair tasks
• Strong cleaning standards and pride in creating a well-kept environment
• Comfort with technology (email, text, MS Office; Yardi experience is a plus)
• Valid driver's license
• Flexibility to handle emergency calls as needed

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in building maintenance, property management, building operations, or similar roles (2-5 years preferred)
• High school diploma or GED
• Proficiency in English (a second language is a plus)
• Able to lift up to 15kg and perform physical tasks (stairs, bending, etc.)
• Criminal background check required

About Us

We're a privately-owned, full-service property management company offering quality, well-maintained apartments across Ontario and Alberta. We focus on creating homes people love, while fostering a workplace that values initiative, integrity, and professional growth.

Why Equiton?

Our culture is built on integrity, accountability, and innovation. We empower our team to take initiative, think independently, and grow personally and professionally. To learn more about our core values, click here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We're an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you need accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know. We're happy to help.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that at present, legal eligibility to work in Canada is a prerequisite for this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $50,456.00 per year

Benefits: Casual dressDental careExtended health careHousing allowanceOn-site parkingPaid time offRRSP matchVision careWork from home

Work Location: In person