Live-Out Building Superintendent – Barrhaven

Purpose

The purpose of this role is to manage the day-to-day operations, including monitoring and maintenance of the assigned buildings. The Superintendent will work closely with the Resident Manager and oversee sub-contractors for various services, ensuring a well-maintained and smoothly functioning property.

This role is primarily responsible for the Barrhaven property (approximately 80%), with travel to other properties within Ottawa and the surrounding area (approximately 20%) to provide vacation and leave coverage. A company vehicle located at the Barrhaven property will be available for travel when supporting other sites.

Responsibilities

- Develop thorough knowledge of the physical building and all its HVAC, M&E, and plumbing systems.

- Ensure full knowledge of the Fire Safety Plan, the fire alarm system, and its components (such as sprinklers, fire pumps, generators, elevators etc.).

- Perform fire equipment inspections throughout the building.

- Perform minor mechanical repairs, including preventative mechanical maintenance and common elements repairs.

- Perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs.

- Complete apartment inspections as needed, including review of apartments at turnover.

- Complete unit turnover, including cleaning, painting, and completing repairs to ensure the apartment is restored to move‑in ready condition.

- Perform drywall repairs and minor carpentry repairs.

- Prepare and organize waste and recycling bins to maintain order and cleanliness in designated garbage areas. Move waste and recycling bins to prescribed areas on established pick‑up days.

- Seasonal outdoor work: light shoveling of snow and minor landscaping maintenance duties on an as‑needed basis.

- At times and only as needed, cleaning duties may be assigned.

- Ensure tenant satisfaction by delivering prompt, courteous service and completing all work in a professional manner.

- Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing the work and comply with all Occupational Health and Safety practices and regulations.

- Maintain up‑to‑date records and daily work logs; must be computer literate.

- Be on call outside of regularly scheduled hours and on weekends, as part of a rotational on‑call schedule.

- Perform all duties according to established standards and frequencies.

Additional Travel / Vacation Coverage Component (20%)

- Provide coverage for vacation, sick time, and other absences at company properties within Ottawa and the surrounding area.

- Use the company vehicle provided from the Barrhaven property when travelling to other sites.

- Perform all regular superintendent duties at other locations during coverage periods, ensuring continuity of service and building operations.

- Coordinate with the Property Manager to schedule and prioritize coverage assignments.

Requirements

- High School Diploma.

- WHMIS, Working at Heights, Standard First Aid qualifications are an asset.

- Minimum 3–5 years related experience in a maintenance or superintendent role correcting and resolving various problems related to water, lighting, HVAC, and other systems.

- Willingness to work at any of the assigned locations within Ottawa and the surrounding areas.

- Basic computer skills.

- Organizational and time management skills, including the ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.

- Willingness to take the initiative, work independently, and possess a strong work ethic.

- Excellent customer service and a good understanding of onsite safety measures.

- Ability to work on‑call, with evening, night, and weekend scheduling, is required.

- Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License.

- As a condition of employment, must present and maintain a valid Ontario Class G driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to our insurer.

- As a condition of employment, must pass a Criminal Background Check.

- Fluency in English; French is an asset.

Role‑Specific Requirements

- Participate in the out‑of‑hours rotational schedule every second week (on‑call 5:00pm to 8:00am).

- Provide service to several people or departments, working under many simultaneous deadlines, which may create stress.

- Perform interior and exterior work in all weather conditions.

- Performance of repetitive tasks.

- Ability to lift, push, and pull heavy objects (up to 50 lbs for cleaning and maintenance purposes).

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