Live-In Assistant Resident Manager
About the Role:
Equiton is looking for an Assistant Resident Manager, who has both customer facing and maintenance experience.
This is more than just a job, it’s a lifestyle. You’ll receive a fully subsidized apartment onsite as part of your compensation, so you can live where you work, be present for residents, and take pride in the community you help manage.
Reporting to the Resident Manager, our live-in Assistant Resident Managers will maintain the building(s) and check the surrounding grounds daily. Assists residents in a timely manner, shows suites, books and schedules contractors as required.
Compensation: $23,000 annually plus $27,456 apartment benefit ($2288/month for a 2 bedroom apartment). ($50,456/yr total)
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain daily cleanliness of common areas and prepare vacant suites for new residents
- Respond promptly and professionally to resident requests and concerns
- Troubleshoot and resolve building and tenant issues effectively
- Show available suites to prospective tenants and support leasing efforts
- Book and coordinate contractors for maintenance and repairs
- Conduct regular inspections of the property, including building systems and grounds
- Perform minor repairs (plumbing, carpentry, basic HVAC checks)
- Ensure life safety systems and fire regulations are adhered to
- Manage work orders and maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and incident reports
- Support move-in/move-out processes including suite inspections and key management
- Assist with seasonal maintenance tasks (snow removal, grounds upkeep, waste management)
- Distribute resident communications such as building notices and updates
- Provide exceptional customer service and foster a positive community environment
- Remain available for evening and weekend on-call duties
What You Bring:
- 2-5 years of experience in property management or a similar hands-on building operations role
- Strong DIY skills with the ability to perform minor plumbing and carpentry repairs
- Familiarity with HVAC systems, fire safety regulations, and life safety systems
- Confident working independently and as part of a team
- Physical ability to lift 15 kg, bend, push, pull, and navigate stairs regularly
- Proficient PC skills including Microsoft Office, text, and email; experience with YARDI is a strong asset
- Strong communication and organizational skills, fluent in written and spoken English; a second language is an asset
- Sales or leasing experience is an asset
- Knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act (Ontario) is an asset
- High school diploma or G.E.D. certification
- Valid driver's license
- Willingness to complete a criminal record background check
About Us
We’re a privately-owned, full-service property management company offering quality, well-maintained apartments across Ontario and Alberta. We focus on creating homes people love, while fostering a workplace that values initiative, integrity, and professional growth.
Why Equiton?
Our culture is built on integrity, accountability, and innovation. We empower our team to take initiative, think independently, and grow personally and professionally. To learn more about our core values, click here.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & 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 for at least the next three (3) years is a prerequisite for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $50,456.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Housing allowance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
