Residential Building Technician

Cherish at Central Park; Langford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential property management company in British Columbia is seeking a Building Manager to oversee maintenance and operations of a 100+ unit residential complex. The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of apartment building experience and be skilled in various building maintenance tasks. This full-time role requires effective management of maintenance staff and responsiveness to tenant needs, offering a competitive wage based on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience working in apartment buildings.
• Strong understanding of building maintenance and operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain overall functionality of the building, including HVAC and electrical systems.
• Supervise tradespeople and coordinate facility services and repairs.
• Respond to facility emergencies promptly.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify repair or improvement needs.

Skills

Building maintenance

Patching and painting

Attention to detail

HVAC systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma (Grade 12)

Job description

We are looking for an individual for full-time residential building repair and maintenance.

Preference will be given to candidates who:

• Have at least 10 years of experience working in apartment buildings.
• Are skilled in patching and painting.
• Have a keen eye for detail.
• Possess a strong understanding of building maintenance and operations.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Building Manager to oversee the maintenance and operations of our 100+ unit residential apartment complex.

Duties

• Maintain the overall functionality of the building, including HVAC systems and electrical components.
• Supervise tradespeople and suppliers, and coordinate all facility services and repairs related to building and suite renovations.
• Respond promptly to facility emergencies.
• Investigate repair requests from tenants in a timely manner upon receipt of written requests.
• Ensure cleanliness through daily walk-through inspections.
• Supervise cleaning, snow removal, and landscaping operations; assist as needed.
• Prioritize and perform minor repairs (plumbing, lighting, etc.) as directed.
• Manage waste disposal, including garbage, recycling, and organic waste, ensuring bins are emptied as scheduled.
• Remove old appliances and install new or spare appliances as needed and directed.
• Order building supplies with approval from the Property Manager and maintain organized inventory.
• Manage and supervise maintenance staff to ensure efficient task completion.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify repair or improvement needs.
• Coordinate with external contractors for specialized repairs or installations.
• Maintain cleanliness in lobbies, laundry rooms, washrooms, hallways, staircases, elevators, garbage chutes, and rooms, using appropriate cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Keep outdoor grounds and parking areas free of litter and pet debris, ensuring trash cans are emptied.
• Provide prompt service to tenants and prospective tenants.
• Enforce landlord’s rules and regulations reasonably.
• Provide 24-hour notice for scheduled maintenance and inspections.
• Deliver communications, legal notices, or letters to residents.
• Assist in providing information about vacant suites and answer inquiries from prospective residents via phone, email, or in person.
• Schedule and conduct viewings of vacant units, building relationships as directed.
• Inspect vacant units regularly to ensure they are clean and ready.
• Identify and report safety hazards within the facility and grounds.

Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum high school diploma (Grade 12).

Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, on a full-time permanent basis. Wages will be commensurate with experience.