manager, maintenance

Comfort Of Living; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Of Living in Kitchener, ON is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee day-to-day building operations for two retirement residences. This hands-on role requires coordinating vendors and ensuring resident safety.

Responsibilities include maintaining HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems and preventive maintenance, keeping records, and supporting regulatory compliance. On-site, full-time position with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Experience in hands-on building maintenance and facilities management.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and safety systems.
• Experience coordinating contractors and service providers.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple properties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repairs and preventative maintenance across both properties
• Respond to resident maintenance requests promptly and professionally
• Maintain building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical and lighting
• Coordinate and supervise external contractors and service providers
• Complete routine building, safety and equipment inspections
• Maintain maintenance records, service logs and preventative maintenance schedules
• Support fire safety, emergency preparedness and regulatory compliance
• Oversee seasonal property needs including snow removal, landscaping and exterior maintenance
• Assist with suite turnover, renovations and building improvement projects
• Ensure both properties remain safe, clean and well maintained

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Customer service

Independent work

Multitasking

Job description

manager, maintenance

Title posted on indeed.com - Maintenance Manager

Posted onAugust 27, 2026 by Employer details Comfort Of Living

Job details

Maintenance Manager ? Retirement Residence*Kitchener, ON**Full-Time*

Comfort of Living is seeking an experienced *Maintenance Manager* to oversee the day-to-day maintenance and building operations for both *Retirement Residence *in Kitchener.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repairs and preventative maintenance across both properties
• Respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting and general repairs
• Coordinate and supervise external contractors and service providers
• Complete routine building, safety and equipment inspections
• Maintain maintenance records, service logs and preventative maintenance schedules
• Support fire safety, emergency preparedness and regulatory compliance
• Oversee seasonal property needs including snow removal, landscaping and exterior maintenance
• Assist with suite turnover, renovations and building improvement projects
• Ensure both properties remain safe, clean and well maintained

Qualifications

• Previous building maintenance, facilities or property management experience
• Strong knowledge of general building systems and repairs
• Experience coordinating contractors and vendors
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently and prioritizing multiple properties
• Good communication and customer-service skills
• Experience in retirement living, seniors housing, multi-residential or healthcare environments is an asset
• Valid driver?s licence preferred

A hands-on, dependable Maintenance Manager who takes pride in their work, responds quickly to issues and understands the importance of maintaining a safe and comfortable home for seniors.

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Kitchener, ON

Pay: Up to $65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

• Location Kitchener , ON
• Work location On site
• Salary $ 65,000 YEAR annually
• Terms of employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• vacancies 1 vacancy