About the Position

Colyvan Pacific Real Estate Management Services Ltd. is seeking a reliable, organized and hands-on Caretaker to oversee the day-to-day maintenance and general upkeep of a 206 unit residential strata property in Vancouver.

The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining a clean, secure and well-functioning residential building while providing friendly and professional service to residents. This position requires someone who is self-motivated, practical, attentive to detail and capable of working independently while maintaining regular communication with the Property Manager and Strata Council.

Key Responsibilities

Building Maintenance and Inspections

- Conduct regular inspections of interior and exterior common areas, identifying maintenance concerns and reporting deficiencies.
- Complete daily inspections of mechanical and electrical rooms, including boiler room equipment, pumps, motors and ventilation systems.
- Monitor building mechanical systems and promptly report any concerns or required repairs.
- Perform minor building repairs, including touch-up painting, re-caulking and general maintenance.
- Meet with contractors and tradespeople working on the property.

Common Area Maintenance

- Monitor the cleanliness and general condition of common areas and report any deficiencies.
- Monitor landscaping and exterior common areas.
- Replace defective light bulbs as required.
- Assist with snow and ice removal, including salting sidewalks, stairways and plazas when necessary.
- Complete periodic power washing and other exterior maintenance tasks.

Resident Relations and Building Operations

- Maintain a polite, courteous and professional relationship with residents,



owners and visitors.
- Assist with move-ins and move-outs, including elevator protection and inspections of common property.
- Report property damage, safety concerns, incidents and potential bylaw violations to the Property Manager.
- Assist with preparing amenity spaces for Strata Council meetings and other building activities.
- Coordinate building notices and assist with general building communications.
- Update enterphone directories and manage access fobs as required.

Administrative and General Responsibilities

- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records and reports.
- Maintain equipment inventories and petty cash records.
- Assist with special maintenance and improvement projects as directed by the Property Manager or Strata Council.
- Follow established building procedures, safety requirements, bylaws and rules.
- Respond to building emergencies and assist with coordinating appropriate action.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding residents and building operations.

Qualifications and Skills The ideal candidate will have:

- Previous experience in building maintenance, residential caretaking, property maintenance or a similar position.
- General knowledge of building systems and mechanical equipment.
- Basic repair and maintenance skills, including painting,



caulking and minor repairs.
- The ability to identify maintenance concerns and take appropriate action.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment.
- A professional, approachable and service-oriented attitude.
- Basic computer skills for maintaining records, completing reports and communicating with management.

WHMIS and other relevant safety training would be considered an asset.

Employment Details

- Position: Full-Time Caretaker
- Location: Vancouver, BC
- Hours: Up to 40 hours per week, generally 8 hours per day.
- Days Off: Saturday and Sunday.
- Salary: Between $65,000 - $75,000
- Additional Compensation: After-hours emergency call-outs are included as part of the position.
- Accommodation: A monthly rent subsidy is negotiable subject to the requirement that the successful candidate maintains living accommodations in the building.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, understands the importance of preventative maintenance and takes pride in creating a safe and welcoming environment for residents.

If you are dependable, mechanically inclined and enjoy a varied, hands-on role in residential building operations, we encourage you to apply.

To Apply: Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and qualifications for consideration.

Pay: $75,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Caretaker/Building Maintenance Person (Vancouver)
🏢 Colyvan Pacific Real Estate
📍 Vancouver