Maintenance Manager

North Vancouver, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

$65,000–$70,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the overall upkeep of the residence, including equipment, furnishings, and surrounding areas to ensure resident safety and comfort. This role involves leading maintenance staff, coordinating with external vendors, and implementing preventative maintenance programs.

Job details

The Opportunity Are you passionate about maintaining safe, welcoming environments for seniors? Chartwell is seeking a Maintenance Manager who will be responsible for the overall maintenance and upkeep of our residence, including equipment, furnishings, and surrounding areas. This role is essential to ensure that our physical environment supports the comfort and safety of our residents and aligns with Chartwell’s Brand and Health & Safety standards. What You’ll Do * Plan and implement preventative maintenance to ensure all systems and facilities are well-maintained * Respond promptly to repair needs in resident areas and common spaces * Maintain safety and appearance by servicing fixtures, preparing units, and coordinating vendor work * Source and manage external service providers, ensuring cost-effective and compliant procurement * Lead maintenance and housekeeping staff and participate in Health & Safety initiatives and Manager on Duty rotation * Provide professional, responsive service to residents, staff, and vendors. What You’ll Bring * Minimum one to three years' experience in a supervisor role * Extensive experience in building maintenance and systems; ability to coordinate tasks with vendors and perform hands-on repairs * Trade certification or maintenance training preferred * Experience with carpentry, plumbing, painting, and equipment preferred * Supervisory or leadership experience in maintenance or building operations * Strong organizational and multitasking skills; able to plan and prioritize work * Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel * Clear communicator with strong customer service and conflict resolution skills * Knowledge of safety procedures within healthcare an asset * Flexible for on-call and varied hours * Valid Driver’s License, or reliable means of transportation What We Offer * A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated * Competitive compensation and benefits * Opportunities for leadership development and career growth * A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents Additional Requirements * Valid driver’s license may be required * Ability to perform physical duties, including lifting, bending, kneeling, and climbing * Must carry a company-issued phone and respond to emergency situations as needed * Comfort using AI and other digital platform systems and tools to support daily work * Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities. Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email accessibility@chartwell.com or call 1-888-663-6448. Chartwell may use artificial intelligence to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have one to three years of supervisory experience in building operations and proficiency in various trades like carpentry and plumbing. Strong organizational skills, computer literacy, and the ability to perform physical duties are essential for this role.