Live-In Maintenance Technician

Realstar; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apartment included

Employer benefits

Quarterly bonuses

Annual bonuses

Training programs

Gym membership discount

Awards for years of service

Career development

Inclusive environment

Holiday parties & BBQ

Job summary

Realstar is seeking a Maintenance Technician to live and work on-site at one of our properties in Canada. The position requires living on-site, four weekdays per week, every second weekend, and on-call some evenings.

The role includes base compensation of $38,000 with an apartment suite as a taxable benefit, plus employer-paid benefits and performance bonuses. We offer extensive training, a work-smart environment, gym membership discounts, awards for years of service, opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Background in residential property management or related business experience (skilled-trade, handyperson).
• Excellent communication skills to deal with residents, prospects, colleagues and trades.
• Maintain a professional and presentable appearance at all times.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and aptitude for mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated cleaning skills.
• Ability to drive small vehicles, tractors, etc.
• Lift/push heavy objects 50–100 lbs or perform snow removal duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional appearance

Basic computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Cleaning skills

Driving ability

Job description

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Realstar is a fully integrated management firm providing a full range of investment and property management services for the last 50 years. It is one of Canada’s largest multi-residential asset managers on behalf of institutional and private investors. It manages over 22,000 rental apartments in six provinces with an asset value of more than $5 billion. Realstar is headquartered in Toronto, and is part of Realstar Group which has over $9 billion of multi-family, hospitality and alternative real estate assets under management in Canada. www.realstar.ca/ www.realstargroup.com/

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to live and work at one of our properties. This position would require you to live on-site and work four weekdays each week, every second weekend and on-call some evenings. This offer is for an existing vacant position within the organization.

What we offer to employees

• Base Compensation is $38,000. This includes an apartment suite (taxable benefit).
• Employer paid benefits
• Quarterly bonuses based on property performance
• Annual bonuses based on personal performance
• Extensive and ongoing training programs and a work-smart environment
• Gym membership discount
• Awards for years of service
• Opportunity for career development
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
• Annual holiday parties & summer BBQ’s

The Opportunity

Realstar is a leading residential property management company with over 160 properties across Canada. Our properties are clean, quiet and attract quality residents who will attest to our unique standards of service.

Skills and Experience Required

• Background in residential property management or related business experience (skilled-trade, handyperson)
• Excellent communication skills to deal with residents, prospects, colleagues and trades
• Maintain a professional and presentable appearance at all times
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills
• Ability to perform minor repairs and aptitude for mechanical systems
• Demonstrated cleaning skills
• Ability to drive small vehicles, tractors, etc.
• One individual must be able to lift and push heavy objects 50-100lbs, including garbage bins, furniture and appliances or perform snow removal duties, sometimes for extended periods of time

We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Realstar is committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applications from our diverse communities, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities, LGBTQ+ persons and those who are able to speak fluently in a language(s) other than English.

Realstar supports equal opportunity initiatives. Accommodation will be provided in all stages of the hiring process. Contact us for any accommodation requests, and we will work with you to meet your needs.