About this role
Join Our Team as a Live in Building Caretaker!
We are seeking a reliable and proactive Live-In Building Caretaker to manage the day-to-day operations of a residential strata building. This role combines hands-on maintenance, cleaning responsibilities, and coordination with property management to ensure the building is well-maintained and residents’ needs are addressed promptly.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Site Maintenance: Oversee daily site operations, maintain garbage and recycling areas, and coordinate building inspections and seasonal services.
- Building Systems & Technical Responsibilities: Monitor and perform basic troubleshooting of building systems, including the mechanical room, heating, ventilation, pumps, and water systems. Report issues promptly and coordinate contractor access as needed.
- Access & Security: Handle fob and interphone programming.
- Administrative Duties: Collect funds as directed, post notices, send emails, and submit caretaker reports.
- Property Manager Relations: Maintain consistent communication with the property manager to ensure the building is secure, well-maintained, and operating smoothly. Conduct chemical checks for the hot tub (training will be provided).
- Tenant Relations & Management: Respond promptly to tenant questions and requests. Report any concerning issues with tenants or residents to the property manager.
- Exterior Grounds: Pick up litter around the entire exterior areas of the building, including sidewalks, courtyards, and driveway ramps.
- Floor Care: Sweep and damp mop hard surface floors using a neutral cleaner.
- Entrance / Lobby / Common Areas: Clean door frames, disinfect door handles, polish entry code panels, and vacuum walk-off mats.
Requirements
- Strong administrative skills
- Flexibility, availability, and the ability to address requests promptly
- Janitorial experience is an asset
- Proven experience in janitorial, caretaker, or related fields
- Ability to multitask and handle high-pressure situations
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
- Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office, scheduling software, etc.)
- Experience working with hot tubs or swimming pools is an asset but not required
Job Details
Job Type: Full time, live-in
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Shift timing: 8am-4pm
Start Date: October
Salary: $25/hr
Accommodation: A 1 BHK suite is provided within the building. The live-in Building caretaker is required to pay rent per month for the suite $1350 / month
Preferred Experience:
- Building Caretaker: 1 year
- Janitorial: 1 year
Location: Burnaby, Metrotown
Why Work at Cleantech?
Join a team that values your growth, rewards your hard work, and invests in your future. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive training, and a clear path for advancement. With a strong policy of promoting from within, Cleantech provides opportunities to grow into technical caretaker roles or leadership positions, creating a fulfilling and rewarding career.
Please apply with your resume — we’d love to hear from you!
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