Building Caretaker

Rhome Property Management is seeking to hire an experienced live-in Building Caretaker or caretaking couple for a residential rental building on James Street in Clearbrook area of Abbotsford, BC.

You will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the common areas, leasing, building maintenance, suite repairs, move-in/move-out inspections, and administration.

Essential Job Duties

• Maintain the cleanliness of all common areas, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, elevator cleaning, and garbage removal
• Perform general building maintenance and minor repairs
• Complete painting and handyman tasks as required
• Conduct regular inspections of common areas and building systems
• Perform commercial cleaning duties to maintain building cleanliness and appearance
• Coordinate and provide access to contractors and service providers
• Conduct suite showings for prospective residents
• Respond to resident inquiries and concerns in a professional manner
• Maintain accurate records and communications via email and computer systems
• Assist with move-in and move-out processes
• Support the overall safety, security, and upkeep of the property

• Maintain tenant relations; engage rental inquiries
• Maintain written documentation and submit required paperwork by date requested

• Minimum one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good knowledge of building maintenance and operations functions
• Knowledge of the Rental Tenancy Act
• Valid driver’s license and access to a car
• Understand written work orders or verbal instructions from supervisor
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Organizational skills
• Able to work without direct supervision
• Work weekends as required
• As an absolute condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to satisfactorily complete and pass a background check

• Salary, based on experience and number of buildings being managed ($45,000 - $60,000 per annum)
• 50% rent reduction

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Flexibility required for occasional evenings and weekends to support:
• Resident move-ins and move-outs
• Property showings
• Building emergencies