Building Caretaker

FirstService Residential Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading company in property management as a Building Caretaker. This part-time role involves maintaining cleanliness and safety in common areas, performing minor repairs, and ensuring a well-kept environment for residents. Ideal candidates will have prior maintenance experience and a strong attention to detail. Enjoy a supportive workplace culture with competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Prior experience in building maintenance or caretaker roles preferred.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of common areas and perform routine inspections.
• Assist with minor repairs and ensure organized garbage areas.
• Conduct seasonal tasks such as snow removal and plant watering.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Independently

Basic Understanding of Mechanical Systems

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Description

About FirstService Residential: FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada. Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, career training, and support for continued professional development.

Experience being part of a high-performing team with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.

Job Overview:

The Building Caretaker is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of the building’s common areas, facilities, and exterior spaces. This hands-on role involves routine maintenance, minor repairs, inspections, and responding to seasonal and situational needs to ensure a well-kept environment for all residents and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness of all common areas, including hallways, courtyards, and building exteriors through sweeping, leaf removal, and garbage pickup.
• Skim the lagoon and clear intake systems to ensure proper water flow and cleanliness.
• Pressure wash exterior areas such as sidewalks, ramps, entrances, and lagoon walkways.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of door hardware, light fixtures, and mechanical/electrical rooms.
• Assist with minor repairs such as drywall patching, touch-up painting, and spot carpet cleaning.
• Ensure garbage and recycling areas are organized and clean, especially during peak holiday periods.
• Remove animal droppings from the property and maintain clean, hygienic outdoor spaces.
• Periodically sweep parkade areas to control dust and debris buildup.
• Monitor and clean air vents and filters to maintain proper airflow and hygiene.
• Conduct seasonal tasks such as watering plants and emergency snow removal/de-icing.
• Inspect paving stones and exterior surfaces to ensure safe and level walking conditions.
• Use ladders safely to clean interior/exterior lobby windows and access hard-to-reach areas when necessary.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Prior experience in building maintenance, janitorial, or caretaker roles preferred.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance tools and equipment.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Capable of lifting up to [insert weight] and climbing ladders up to 10 feet.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and safety systems is an asset.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to clean and monitor the property including stairs, hallways, parkade, interior, and exterior of building; lots of walking.
• Ability to physically pull and manage garbage bins.
• Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (wind, heat, cold, rain, etc.).

Shifts Available:

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 11am to 7pm

What We Offer:

As a part-time associate, you will have access to our Employee Assistance Program.

Compensation: $22 - $24 per hour

Please include a copy of your resume, highlighting your qualifications and reasons for being a good fit. Ensure your resume has a valid contact number and email.

FirstService Residential is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We promote equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective associates, fostering a respectful and dignified work environment. For questions about our equal opportunity policies, contact our Recruitment team.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Other