Maintenance Services Supervisor

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Maintenance Services Supervisor to oversee building operations and ensure that all systems, equipment, and facilities are in excellent working order. This role combines leadership, hands-on technical work, cleaning responsibilities, and coordination with outside contractors to maintain a safe, clean, and fully operational property.

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with mechanical and electrical knowledge, proven experience in property or facility maintenance, and the ability to balance preventative programs with day-to-day repair and cleaning needs.

Key Responsibilities

The Maintenance Services Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the entire building remains in good working condition through a combination of preventative maintenance, daily repair requisitions, cleaning, and after-hours emergency support. Core duties include:

Leadership & Oversight

• Lead, train, and support the maintenance team to ensure high-quality work and resident satisfaction.
• Oversee repair and maintenance of all major systems and equipment, including heating equipment, furnaces, transformers, electrical systems, air-conditioning/refrigeration, and in-suite appliances.
• Supervise and coordinate outside contractors when on site.
• Perform informal workplace inspections daily and formal inspections quarterly.

Preventative & Corrective Maintenance

• Develop and manage preventative maintenance schedules for equipment and building systems.
• Ensure all repair requisitions are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain a maintenance program for equipment and machinery, ensuring compliance with safety and service standards.
• Requisition and manage materials and supplies as needed.

Repair & General Duties

• Perform a wide range of repairs including:
• Replacing or repairing lights, fixtures, drywall, trim, and finishes
• Basic plumbing repairs (e.g., unclogging toilets, replacing fixtures)
• Moving furniture and appliances
• Painting and touch-ups
• General janitorial tasks such as garbage collection and spill cleanups
• Conduct daily inspections to identify maintenance or safety issues.

Cleaning Duties

• Cleaning of assigned common areas, which may include:
• Lobby and office spaces
• Refuse and storage rooms
• Laundry rooms
• Hallways and stairwells
• Games and study atriums
• Furniture and fixtures
• Windows and elevators
• In-suite cleaning as required (bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and living rooms).

On-Call & Seasonal Duties

• Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to after-hours and weekend building emergencies (e.g., plumbing leaks, electrical issues, heating failures).
• Provide timely response to emergency situations to ensure safety and resident satisfaction.
• Perform snow removal during winter months, including shoveling, salting, and maintaining safe access to entrances, sidewalks, and walkways.

Physical Demands

This role is hands-on and requires the ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including:

• Climbing ladders and stairs, repetitive lifting (up to 60 lbs), and moving heavy furniture/appliances.
• Performing snow removal and other strenuous tasks requiring cardiovascular endurance.
• Working in confined spaces or awkward positions (kneeling, lying on side, overhead repairs).
• Using hand tools and small parts requiring dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Spending the majority of the day standing and performing maintenance and cleaning tasks.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a supervisory maintenance or facility services role.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with low-voltage systems, refrigeration, and in-suite appliances.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for scheduling and recordkeeping is an asset.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to safety regulations and best practices in a property setting.
• Trade certification or technical diploma in a related field is considered an asset.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $68,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person