Live-In Maintenance Technician

Our employer partner is a Real Estate Company who is currently looking to add an experienced Live-In Maintenance Technician to their team

Job Overview:

A residential property management organization is seeking a skilled and dependable Live-In Maintenance Technician to support the operations of a high-rise residential rental community in Downtown Hamilton. The position is suited to a hands-on maintenance professional with a customer-first mindset and a commitment to maintaining safe, well-maintained, and comfortable living environments for residents.

The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day property maintenance, including repairs, preventative maintenance, work orders, and emergency response. This position offers the opportunity to live and work on-site, with a housing benefit that includes a free apartment, hot water, and heat.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform repairs to rental units as needed, including during occupancy and resident turnovers.

• Conduct routine and scheduled preventative maintenance throughout the property.

• Maintain the general upkeep of the property and ensure amenities are safe, functional, and operating properly.

• Respond to emergency maintenance calls as required.

• Complete approved maintenance-related work orders.

• Identify hazards and take appropriate corrective action when necessary.

• Perform painting and light renovation work as required.

• Follow health, safety, and emergency procedures.

• Help maintain a safe, clean, and positive living environment for residents.

• Participate in an after-hours rotational emergency response team, as required.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge and professional experience in a variety of residential maintenance and light renovation tasks.

• General understanding of residential building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and heating systems.

• Experience performing basic appliance and fixture repairs is considered an asset.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Valid Class G driver's licence, access to a personal vehicle, and a clean driver's abstract.

• Ability to respond to maintenance emergencies during regular operating hours.

• Must have the tools necessary to complete basic maintenance tasks; specialty tools will be provided as required.

We thank all applicants interested in this opportunity; however, please note that only selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps.

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