Careers

Assistant Resident Manager, Maintenance

About Equiton:

Equiton Living is a privately owned, full-service property management company that provides quality, well-maintained apartments across Ontario. Hands-on, proactive management, highly trained and experienced staff, relationship-oriented business practices, and continued reinvestment in our properties are the keys to our success. The Equiton Living team is grounded in sound, professional real estate practices and building-maintenance operations. Our focus is on creating an environment people love to call home.

About the Position:

Reporting to the Resident Manager, the Assistant Resident Manager plays a key role in the day-to-day operations of the property, ensuring a well-maintained, safe, and welcoming environment for residents. This position supports the upkeep of the building, including entrances, common areas, sidewalks, and roadways, while also serving as a responsive and reliable point of contact for residents. The Assistant Resident Manager is on-site and available to address resident needs, foster positive relationships, and respond promptly to any maintenance or emergency situations

Compensation Structure:

This is a live-in position meaning you will be provided an apartment fully paid for (as part of your annual compensation) valued between $1550-$1895 per month.

On top of this, you will receive an annual salary of $32,000 plus benefits.

Key Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform daily cleaning of the lobby and laundry rooms to maintain a clean and welcoming environment
• Vacuum corridors twice weekly, or as required
• Clean and maintain stairwells weekly, or as needed
• Complete painting and touch-ups in common areas and suites as required to uphold property standards
• Respond to resident requests and concerns in a respectful, professional, and timely manner
• Maintain a strong understanding of emergency procedures and respond appropriately when needed
• Monitor and report any unusual activity, ensuring accurate and thorough communication logs are completed
• Provide coverage for the Resident Manager during absences, including vacations

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Previous experience in building maintenance, property management, or a similar hands-on role is required (e.g., basic repairs, painting, general upkeep)
• Self-motivated, proactive, and highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, “roll up your sleeves” approach to maintenance tasks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a resident-first mindset
• Able to work independently while taking initiative and ownership of responsibilities
• Reliable, responsive, and comfortable handling urgent or after-hours situations as needed

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you need accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know. We’re happy to help.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that at present, legal eligibility to work in Canada is a prerequisite for this role.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Stratford, ON N5A 7V7: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Experience:

• property management: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person