Manager of Building Services

Levante Living; Arnprior; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Levante Living in Ontario is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee repairs, safety systems and preventative maintenance across our retirement residences. You will manage building operations, coordinate with residents and staff, and ensure suites are ready for new move-ins.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in a supervisory role in long-term care, strong HVAC and electrical knowledge, and solid English communication. A Building Environmental Systems diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Building Environmental Systems or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of management experience in Long Term Care or retirement homes preferred.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, fire safety systems and building management.
• Strong English reading/writing and clear staff communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain buildings, equipment and grounds to operate safely and efficiently.
• Ensure suite readiness for new move-ins and ongoing occupancy.
• Oversee preventative maintenance, safety systems and risk management.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and inventory for maintenance supplies.
• Supervise supervisory staff and coordinate cross-functional work.

Skills

Management experience

English communication

Computer skills

Education

Building Environmental Systems diploma

Tools

HVAC equipment

Building management systems

Electrical distribution

Fire alarm & sprinkler systems

Emergency diesel generator operations

Resident call systems

Job description

About Levante Living
Our mission at Levante Living is to provide a supportive and caring experience for our residents,
families, and team members. For us, this is more than a job; it’s a passion. Together, we create a
space at each residence where ongoing enrichment helps both residents and team members
thrive. Levante Living is a rapidly growing retirement living portfolio (23 properties under
management), primarily in secondary markets with a mix of independent and assisted living
suites. We believe in living our values to build a culture rooted in respect and teamwork, and we
remain focused on excellence in team member experience, resident satisfaction, and financial
performance.

Physical Demands:

1. Standing for extended periods of time – for up to 8hrs/day
2. Frequent walking for short to medium distances
3. Manoeuvring in tight spaces within Resident units, utility rooms, mechanical rooms, etc.
4. Pulling/pushing/reaching/bending/lifting/transferring chemical pails, mechanical parts, etc., up to 50lbs independently and handling increased weight with assistive devices.
5. Kneeling for intervals
6. Frequent exposure to outdoor working conditions in all types of climates and weather
7. Working at heights – use of ladders up to 12 ft, working on rooftop units located outdoors
8. Ability to complete repetitive arm and upper body motions in intervals for shovelling, nailing, etc.
9. Ability to work in a kneeling position for 30 min intervals
10. Some memory work required to know inner workings of mechanical systems, location of valves, pipes, etc.

Responsibilities:

1. Maintaining the building and grounds in good operating condition.
2. Ensure suite readiness for new move ins prior to move in date.

Job Description:

1. General repairs to buildings, equipment and furnishings.
2. General decorating of rooms and other areas including painting, wallpapering, and surface repairs.
3. Maintaining the effectiveness of building mechanical, electrical and fire detection and safety systems.
4. Making minor adjustments to the building mechanical, electrical and fire systems as deemed necessary.
5. Routine surveillance of grounds, including parking lots. Maintain the grounds in a neat and tidy fashion.
6. Maintain a high level of safety and security for Residents, Staff, visitors, guests.
7. Maintain the preventive maintenance program.

Job Description - Specific Duties:

1. Selection and acquisition of maintenance supplies and their efficient, effective and safe use.
2. Keep records on building utilities consumed, repairs and adjustments made.
3. Acquire and maintain files of operating manuals and other data pertaining to all furnishings and equipment.
4. Maintain an adequate inventory of maintenance supplies for day-to-day use.
5. Maintain security of the building, contents, and the well-being of the residents.
6. Selection and recommending the acquisition of maintenance equipment and the storage of same.
7. Helping in the preparation of an annual operating and capital budgets and working within these budgets for those functions under the jurisdiction of the department.
8. Participate in supervisory meetings and foster co-operative interaction between other supervisory staff.

Job Description: Risk Management and General Safety

1. Partners with community team to ensure community is in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and/or policies; adherence to safety rules and regulations.
2. Practices safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire safety procedures including extinguishers (as applicable), SDSs (Safety Data Sheets) and Lockout Tagout procedures.
3. Reports all accidents/incidents immediately.
4. Reports all unsafe and hazardous conditions/equipment immediately.
5. Complies with all infection control techniques, placement of biohazard containers and removal techniques, procedures and policies.
6. Participates in Fire Safety and Mock Disaster procedures.

Must haves:

• Building Environmental Systems diploma from a Community College or equivalent approved related working experience.
• A minimum of 3 years management experience in Long Term Care or Retirement Homes preferred.
• Knowledge, training and experience in: HVAC equipment, computerized building management systems, electrical systems distribution, fire alarm and sprinkler systems including operation of and testing requirements, emergency diesel generator operations, resident call systems, etc.
• Ability to read, write English and effectively communicate verbal or written instructions for staff
• Computer skills including Excel/Word/Outlook.

For Ontario locations, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process.