Live-In Maintenance Technician

Realstar; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base compensation incl apartment

Employer-paid benefits

Bonus programs

Training programs

Gym membership discount

Awards for years of service

Career development

Diverse and inclusive environment

Annual holiday parties & summer BBQs

Job summary

Realstar is seeking a Maintenance Technician to live on-site at one of our properties in Canada. You will work four weekdays each week, every second weekend, and on-call some evenings. Base compensation is $38,000 including an apartment suite.

The role requires a background in residential property management, strong communication, and basic computer skills. We offer employer-paid benefits, bonuses tied to property and personal performance, ongoing training, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Background in residential property management or related field (skilled-trade/handyperson).
• Excellent communication with residents, prospects, colleagues and trades.
• Maintain a professional and presentable appearance.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills.

Skills

Property management

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Job description

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

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.