Building Maintenance/Caretaker

The Belvedere is offering an excellent opportunity to a Building Maintenance/Caretaker who is interested in developing a long-term working relationship with the residents of an approximately 80-unit condominium building located near the Inner Harbour of Victoria, B.C.

This position would be great for an experienced, self-motivated Building Maintenance/Caretaker who: enjoys working independently; engaging in continuous learning; meeting new people, and; who enjoys the walkable lifestyle of downtown Victoria.

This is a live-in position. The Building Maintenance/Caretaker suite includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is bright and well-maintained and has a monthly rental rate of $1000 per month.

Job Responsibilities:
Working independently, the Building Maintenance/Caretaker is responsible for ensuring the overall cleanliness and safety of the building by completing the full range of ongoing building maintenance and custodial duties required in a medium-sized residential building.

• Completing daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning of common areas of the building;
• Performing routine maintenance and repairs;
• Monitoring and inspecting building heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, safety, and security systems as standards require;
• Coordinating and overseeing contracted services;
• Responding to rare emergencies outside regular working hours;
• Supporting the enforcement of building rules and regulations by building residents and visitors;
• Working collaboratively with the strata council and building residents to ensure the goals of building cleanliness and safety are achieved;
• Maintaining accurate records, using a computer as needed;
• Providing regular oral and/or written reports to the strata council.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of five years' experience as a Building Maintenance/Caretaker;
• Demonstrated capacity to undertake and/or oversee building maintenance;
• Demonstrated capacity to undertake building custodial duties; 
• Demonstrated capacity to operate and maintain cleaning equipment and tools.

Additional Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of Strata Councils and Property Managers. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to physically perform and fulfill the various maintenance and custodial tasks.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload, and solve problems effectively, with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Necessary technology skills as needed for managing the security system and other building systems.
• Necessary computer skills as needed for record-keeping and communicating.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are preferable for occasional supply pickups.

Position Details:

• This is a full-time permanent position.
• $55,000-$60,000 annually.
• This is a live in position that includes a 2-bedroom caretaker suite, rent $1000 per month.

Please note that only candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.

With 60+ employees, 3 offices, and over 40 years in the business of property management, we are a friendly, interactive and hardworking group of people focused on developing and improving our organization and contributing to our community. We offer fun and professional working environment, maintaining an inclusive, small business feel while constantly striving to improve and develop as a company. We welcome team members who approach each day with positivity and enjoy working to help others live and grow together.