The Superintendent is key to the successful operation of a multi-residential portfolio. The role is responsible for the physical maintenance and safety of the building and surrounding property and its occupants. The primary functions require the Superintendent to have a service-oriented approach, excellent communication skills, and work flexible hours including on-call requirements and month-end responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities Ensure the building is safe, clean, and presentable at all times.

Ensure a high level of client satisfaction is maintained through regular contact and proactive attention to resident needs

Conduct business at all times with the highest standards of personal, professional and ethical conduct

Handle all resident issues, inquiries, feedback, concerns and complaints quickly and professionally, escalate when required

Meet and interact with residents in a courteous and professional manner

Performs resident service requests in a prompt and friendly manner.

Provide service information to residents, as required

Showing units to perspective tenants. Administration / Health & Safety Understand and abide by company policies, the Residential Tenancies Act, Privacy Act, Health and Safety standards, Workplace Violence and Harassment , AODA including Accessible Customer Service, Municipal Property Standards By-Laws, and any other applicable legislation governing day-to-day operations -Be thoroughly familiar with and adhere to the company’s Health & Safety Policy Be familiar with and adhere to the company’s Health & Safety Policy

Ensure a complete knowledge and understanding of WHMIS,



and ensure all contractors and vendors comply with safe handling guidelines; immediately report infractions, hazardous conditions, or damaged equipment to supervisor

Be thoroughly familiar with our emergency procedures including fire, flood, elevator entrapment, power outage, and mold remediation.

Administrative duties including use of technology, to document service requests and the resolution thereof.

Maintenance

Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all maintenance systems (pumps, emergency generators, boilers, HVAC, chillers, swimming pools, sprinklers, etc.)

Complete maintenance requests within 24 hours to ensure resident safety and satisfaction

Complete appliance repairs, routine plumbing repairs, repairs and maintenance requiring carpentry skills, painting, and basic electrical repairs

Complete general maintenance in common areas including but not limited to the garage and parking lot, rooftop, mechanical rooms, etc.





Ensure all mechanical and exit doors are secure and properly function at all times In the event of an emergency where the Property Manager is unavailable the superintendent will assume all responsibilities for ensuring the proper sub-trade is contacted and complete follow up until the situation is rectified.

Responsible for the opening and locking of apartment doors for maintenance and service personnel when entry by the resident has been duly authorized.

Review suites on turnover and complete a scope of work consistent with established policies and procedures.

Coordinate month-end duties and responsibilities including apartment inspections, scheduling of contractors for turnover

Monitor building service contract performance to ensure prudent, cost effective practices are constantly observed

Review and evaluate repairs and maintenance requests to ensure they meet budgetary and operational expectations

Other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by management Qualifications Minimum High school education or equivalent is required

Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience or an apprenticeship or combination thereof A passion for providing exceptional customer service delivery

Good judgement and problem solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to safely use and maintain tools of the job

Knowledge of mechanical and HVAC systems and experience in related repairs

Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook

Good communication skills (listening, verbal and written)

Fluent in English. Other languages are an asset

Knowledge of applicable legislation including Residential Tenancies Act, Privacy Act.

Required Education High school or equivalent

Required experience

Building Superintendent: 2 years CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

📌 Live-in Residential Superintendent (Ottawa)
🏢 District Realty Corporation, Brokerage
📍 Ottawa