Live-in Building Superintendent

Paramount Properties; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential property management company in Ottawa is seeking a Superintendent to manage repairs and routine maintenance for high-rise apartment buildings. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, at least one year of relevant experience, and be proficient in English. Duties include troubleshooting systems, performing repairs, and completing routine maintenance with minimal supervision. This full-time, on-call position offers staff accommodation and benefits, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Utilities included

Parking space

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a superintendent role.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Basic security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on plumbing systems.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on electrical systems.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Perform routine maintenance jobs and repairs.

Skills

Oral communication

Working with others

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Significant use of memory

Education

High school education

Tools

Power tools

Security systems

Small tractors

Snow blowers

Swimming pool maintenance equipment

Job description

Job Description

To perform all Superintendent duties for high-rise apartment building. The position is responsible for all repairs assigned by the Property Manager.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on heating, cooling and ventilation systems
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on plumbing systems
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on electrical systems
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on appliances
• Paint
• Repair drywall
• Perform routine maintenance jobs and repairs
• Work with minimal supervision

Terms of Employment

Permanent, Full Time, On Call, Day, Weekend

Compensation

Base salary, accommodation, benefits.

Work Setting

Apartment/condominium complex

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Work under pressure, physically demanding, Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work Location Information

On site staff accommodation provided, 1 parking space, utilities included.

Location

Ottawa Center, Ontario

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum High school education required with 1 year experience in a superintendent roll.

Languages: Speak English, Read English, Write English

Equipment Operated/Used: Power tools, Security systems, Small tractors (lawn/snow removal attachments), Snow blowers, Swimming pool maintenance and cleaning equipment

Security and Safety: Basic security clearance

Own Tools/Equipment: Tools

Essential Skills: Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Critical thinking, Significant use of memory

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Company Background

Paramount Properties is a privately held, family‑owned company established in 1986. We specialize in the management of high‑quality residential properties. A contributing member of the Ottawa community for more than three generations, we are deeply committed to management excellence and tenant satisfaction, achieved through teamwork, planning and preventative maintenance. Our philosophy has proven to be extremely successful, as we have experienced tremendous growth to be the city’s second largest rental company with roughly 8,000 rental units.

At Paramount we strive for excellence by providing our tenants with apartments that are fresh and clean. Our friendly, well‑trained and experienced staff ensures that the appliances in each apartment are in excellent working order. This quality control is achieved through regular inspections, replacement of parts and continuous follow‑up.

As one of Ottawa’s best‑managed companies, Paramount Properties is proud of our reputation for unbeatable value, safety and cleanliness in some of the city’s most desirable locations. That’s why we have achieved the lowest vacancies in the area.