Building Manager - Kitchener

Socket.dev; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP program

Health, dental, and life insurance

Annual bonuses

Job summary

Homestead Land Holdings Limited is seeking a Building Manager for a property in Kitchener, Ontario. The role involves overseeing daily building operations, coordinating maintenance, and supporting tenant relations to ensure a well-managed and welcoming environment for residents and visitors.

The position requires on-site work, weekend shifts and on-call duties, with a compensation range reflecting salary, benefits, and shift premiums. RRSP and health coverage are noted as benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance/cleaning experience preferred.
• Obtain a valid First Aid certification, paid for by the Company.
• Ability to lift up to 20 kg (e.g., trash bags, cleaning equipment).
• Reliability, attention to detail, and safe work practices are essential.
• Team Player
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Excellent Customer Service Skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee cleaning of common areas and prepare apartments for new residents.
• Manage tenant relations, show vacant units, collect rents, and serve legal documents.
• Maintain resident safety and security, respond to emergencies, and keep safety logs.
• Maintain stock records and support the Property Manager with other duties.

Skills

Maintenance experience

First Aid

Physical ability

Reliability

Team player

Communication skills

Customer service

Job description

Position: Building Manager
Location: Kitchener, ON
Type: Existing vacancy
Hours: 40 hours per week, plus weekend shifts and on-call
Compensation Range (includes salary, taxable benefit & shift premium): $44,000 - $63,000

Overview

As a Building Manager at Homestead, you will oversee the daily operations of the building, ensuring it is well maintained, efficiently managed, and welcoming for residents and visitors. This role involves coordinating maintenance activities, supporting tenant relations, handling administrative duties, and ensuring a welcoming, well managed environment for residents and visitors.

Responsibilities

Cleaning/Maintenance

• Ensure cleanliness of common areas & corridors
• Prepare apartments for new residents
• Facilitate work orders and perform minor maintenance in plumbing & electrical
• Other grounds maintenance

Tenant Relations/Administrative

• Address tenant concerns effectively and promptly
• Maintain positive relations with tenants
• Show vacant apartments to prospective residents
• Collect and record incoming rents
• Serve legal documents as needed
• Rent upcoming suites and complete required documentation

Safety

• Ensure resident safety and security at all times
• Respond appropriately and professionally to emergencies
• Maintain fire safety logs and winter logs

General

• Follow an ‘on-call’ schedule
• Maintain accurate stock control records
• Other duties as assigned by the Property Manager

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance/cleaning experience preferred
• Obtain a valid First Aid certification, paid for by the Company
• Ability to lift up to 20 kg (e.g., trash bags, cleaning equipment)
• Reliability, attention to detail, and safe work practices are essential
• Team Player
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Excellent Customer Service Skills

Why Homestead?

• RRSP program to support long-term goals
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Annual bonuses that reward success
• Company events and celebrations
• Growth and development opportunities

About Homestead Land Holdings Limited:

As a proudly Canadian-owned and operated company, we’ve spent decades creating and providing over 25,000 homes and managing over 200 quality rental communities that people are proud to call their home. We’re hands‑on, ensuring every space is built with care.

Additional Information

A satisfactory reference check, criminal records clearance are required for the position. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those being considered will be contacted directly. Homestead Land Holdings Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodation is available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Please make needs known in advance.

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