Building Manager

Cleantech Service Group; Richmond; On-site; CAD 37,195 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Cleantech is seeking a Building Manager for a high-rise in Richmond, BC. This full-time role oversees daily operations, maintenance, and safety to ensure a secure and comfortable environment for tenants and staff.

The candidate should have experience in residential facilities, strong English communication, and the ability to work independently. Mandarin or Cantonese proficiency is a plus; pool maintenance knowledge is preferred. Schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 am–4 pm.

Qualifications

• Experience in facility management, preferably in residential settings.
• Pool testing and maintenance experience preferred; training opportunities provided.
• Reliable and punctual; keen eye for detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese is required.

Responsibilities

• Program key fobs, enter-phones, and email communication.
• Check all common areas (hallways, mechanical, electrical).
• Perform monthly fire safety checklist (required by City Fire Department).
• Regular cleanup of mechanical, electrical and storage rooms.
• Provide basic security by checking doors and reporting suspicious activity.

Skills

English communication

Detail oriented

Independent work

Pool maintenance

Customer service

Mandarin or Cantonese

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are currently looking for a Building Manager for a high-rise residential building based in Richmond. This is a full time position for the Building Manager. The Building Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and safety of a property or facility. This role ensures the building functions efficiently while maintaining a comfortable, secure, and compliant environment for tenants, staff, and visitors.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Program key fobs, enter-phones, and email communication
• Checks of all common areas (Hallway, mechanical, electrical)
• Monthly fire safety checklist (required by City Fire Department)
• Regular cleanup of mechanical, electrical and storage rooms
• Basic security detail: checking doors, reporting suspicious activity
• Reporting back to strata manager, and strata council
• High level security detail: asking people to leave, checking camera footage.
• Monthly reports to strata council and strata manager
• Meeting with trades, spending time with them, and reporting back to strata
• Meeting with residents, listening to them and resolve basic issues.
• Attending council meeting upon inviting.
• Attending to in-suite issues such as water leaks, doors, windows and reporting back
• Basic mechanical, electrical troubleshooting from extensive industry experience
• Picking up and delivering essential items and supplies
• Completing basic telecommunication, and computer troubleshooting
• In the absence of the concierge, the Building Manager will provide support with tasks such as move-ins and move-outs, enterphone management, and fob requests.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in facility management, preferably in residential settings
• Experience with pool testing and maintenance is preferred. However, candidates without prior pool testing experience will be provided with training opportunities.
• Reliable and punctual
• Possess a keen eye for detail
• Customer service experience is an asset
• Computer skills (email, word document)
• Effective verbal and written communication in English
• Ability to deal with residents in a professional, positive, and friendly manner
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision

Proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00- $28.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 am - 4 pm

Starting date: July - August

Experience

• Building manager: 3-5 years (preferred)
• Handyman: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Richmond, BC

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive training, and a clear path for advancement. With a strong policy of promoting from within, Cleantech provides opportunities to grow into technical caretaker or leadership roles, creating a fulfilling and rewarding career.