Building Manager (Live in) - Multi-Residential

Morguard; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and hands‑on learning

Career opportunities across Morguard

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Morguard is seeking a Building/Property Maintenance professional to manage general, preventative and repair maintenance for our East York, Toronto properties. You will respond to emergencies, perform in‑suite and common area maintenance, and support residents with high service standards.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of maintenance experience, strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, drywall, carpentry, and painting, and be available for evenings and weekends on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of maintenance or related experience.
• Flexibility to work on‑call on a rotating schedule (evenings & weekends).
• Proficient with basic handheld and electrical tools.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, drywall, carpentry, painting, etc.

Responsibilities

• Perform general, preventative and repair maintenance of a single property complex (including apartments).
• Respond to emergencies during and after hours to resolve safety concerns.
• Complete in‑suite turnover and repairs (appliances, fixtures, carpentry, etc.).
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all work areas and tool storage.
• Inspect grounds and facilities to determine repairs or preventative maintenance is required.
• Assist contractors and monitor progress when needed.
• Document maintenance activities in a timely manner.
• Work as part of the team to ensure resident satisfaction and meet safety standards.

Skills

On‑call availability

Hand tools

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Carpentry/DIY

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Basic handheld tools

Electrical tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Looking for a company with over 50 years of success and no signs of slowing down?

If so, Morguard may be the perfect place for you

As one of Canada’s leading real estate companies, with properties across North America, we’re proud of our history and excited about our future.

Our Purpose

At Morguard, people are at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to creating lasting value not only for our clients and communities, but for our employees as well. As a fully integrated real estate organization, we offer exposure to a diverse portfolio that includes office, industrial, retail, and multi‑suite residential properties across North America. Our team reflects a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we believe that diversity strengthens us.

Collaboration fuels our success. Through innovation, teamwork, and a shared commitment to sustainability, our professionals are empowered to build their careers, contribute meaningfully, and help shape the future of real estate.

Putting Our Purpose into Action

We Support Our People By Offering

• Access to experienced subject matter experts who provide mentorship and hands‑on learning.
• A wide range of career opportunities across the organization.
• A comprehensive, competitive benefits program that promotes health and wellness.

Where You’ll Add Value

Building Managers are primarily responsible for the general management and oversight of the property to ensure that a superior level of co-operation, service and support is provided to Residents thereby ensuring that Morguard is the preferred landlord of choice.

Responsibilities include all aspects of general, preventative and repair maintenance of a single complex of buildings as well as, apartment units and grounds. This role responds to emergency situations during and after hours to resolve immediate safety concerns. In addition, this role includes a variety of maintenance activities including minor carpentry, electrical, plumbing and painting to ensure service and support is provided to residents thereby promoting Morguard as the preferred landlord of choice.

Locations

This person would be working out of a property within East York, Toronto, ON noting that they will be asked to go to multiple locations within the property that will be working at.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Customer Service
• Ensure that a superior level of co-operation, service and support is provided to residents
• Promptly respond to resident issues and service requests
• Operations
• Perform general and specialized maintenance and repairs to site properties and surrounding properties under the direction of the Community Manager or Property Manager
• Complete assigned service requests for both in-suite (interior and exterior) and common area issues in a timely manner
• Complete in-suite turnover activities, including both light and heavy maintenance; this could include repair or replacement of appliances, kitchen or bathroom fixtures, basic carpentry, etc.
• Complete appliance repairs, routine plumbing repairs, repairs and maintenance requiring carpentry skills, painting, basic electrical repairs, and safe use and maintenance of tools
• Inspect grounds, facilities, and equipment to determine if repairs or preventative maintenance is required
• Take initiative to correct deficiencies as necessary by maintaining clean and garbage free grounds, lobbies, hallways, and properties, replacement of light bulbs, plumbing, electrical etc.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all electrical, mechanical and work areas (including supply and storage areas)
• Perform all facets of the job in accordance with the legislation applicable to the jurisdiction, including: Health and Safety standards, WHMIS, AODA, PIPEDA and Human Rights
• Comply with health & safety procedures, ensuring the use of required safety equipment, and identifying unsafe practices and conditions while maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Ensure all areas are free of hazards and where not able to resolve, ensure management are informed for immediate resolution
• Maintain regular and timely documentation of maintenance activities
• Respond to after‑hours emergencies when on call
• May be required to work with contractors and monitor work progress
• All other duties within the scope of the job, as requested by management

The Expertise You’ll Bring

• Completion of High School or general education degree (GED)
• 2+ years of maintenance or related experience
• Flexibility to work on‑call on a rotating schedule (evenings & weekends) is required
• Proficient with use of basic handheld and electrical tools
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, drywall, carpentry, painting, etc.
• Must be familiar with the community rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications And Experience

• Certification/license from one of the trade professions a definite asset
• Exposure to multi‑residential or other related industry asset class considered an asset
• WHMIS certified would be an asset
• Knowledge of mechanical and HVAC systems would be an asset

Why You’ll Love Working at Morguard

At Morguard, We’re Committed To Creating An Environment Where Our People Can Thrive. Here’s What You Can Expect When You Join Our Team

• A collaborative, inclusive workplace culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing and safety.
• Meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of real estate assets across North America.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support you and your family.
• Support for work‑life balance, along with accessible employment practices that meet AODA requirements.

Annualized Base Salary Range: $30,000 - $35,000

Pay Equity

The salary range listed for this position reflects the anticipated compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered may vary and will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, skills, certifications, internal pay equity and business needs.

Inclusive by Nature

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths. At Morguard, we provide equal employment opportunities to all candidates and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow, contribute, and make an impact.

Commitment to Accessibility

Morguard is dedicated to maintaining accessible employment practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources—our team is here to support you. Please contact Human Resources at [phone].