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S&R Seniors Living

Runs senior living apartments and care villages

Building Superintendent

Part-TimePosted on 10/23/2026
CA$15k - CA$20k/yr
Mid
Waterloo, ON, Canada
In PersonOn-site accommodation; after-hours and emergency response availability required.
General Maintenance & RepairBuilding & Property Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 3 years of superintendent experience.
  • At least 3 years of maintenance experience.
  • Familiarity with the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA).
  • Ability to perform basic plumbing, electrical, painting, and repair work.
  • Organizational and time-management skills.
  • Physical capability to perform the required maintenance duties.
  • Health and Safety (H&S) certification.
Responsibilities
  • Ensure the building interior and grounds are safe, clean, and presentable.
  • Respond to tenant questions, concerns, and emergencies.
  • Assist with renting property-management units.
  • Perform seasonal work as required, including snow removal, salting, and gardening.
  • Inspect and maintain mechanical room systems, including the boiler, fresh-air units, HVAC, and pumps.
  • Carry out basic plumbing and electrical work.
  • Perform general repairs and maintenance.
  • Complete unit-turn repairs and maintenance.
  • Respond promptly to emergency calls from full-service residents.
  • Liaise with and oversee contractors and service providers.
  • Keep detailed maintenance records, inspection reports, and service logs.
  • Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and residential building standards.
  • Respond to janitorial issues.
  • Remain on call after hours. Availability for after-hours and emergency response is required.

About the company

S&R Seniors Living runs retirement apartments and village communities for older adults who want a private home with daily support close at hand. Its residences span independent living, supportive living and enriched care, with suites designed for different household and care needs. Residents combine accommodation with service packages covering meals, housekeeping, transportation and social activities, while wellness teams manage medications and personal care. The business earns rent and service fees through resident tenancy agreements. Part of the Steeves & Rozema Group, which began in 1963, S&R Seniors Living is based at the group's headquarters in Sarnia, Ontario.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Sarnia, Canada

Founded

1963

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What believers are saying

  • Eligible full-time Sarnia nurses get employer-paid health coverage: the advertised plan has no deductible.
  • S&R advertises pension or registered retirement savings plan matching for eligible full-time Sarnia nurses.
  • S&R has a pricing lever: rent increases reflect staffing, food, utility and maintenance costs.

What critics are saying

  • Overnight work is built into care: S&R's wellness teams keep trained and registered staff available around the clock.
  • Executive director applicants need retirement, residential care or hospitality experience plus prior management or team-lead experience.
  • Demand stays geographically concentrated: S&R's villages operate across Southwestern Ontario rather than a national footprint.

What makes S&R Seniors Living unique

  • Local ownership shapes the business: S&R remains a privately owned Ontario family group.
  • Residents submit service requests directly: S&R's online concierge covers wellness, housekeeping, maintenance and catering.
  • Residents retain flexible leases: S&R uses month-to-month tenancy agreements covering accommodations and service packages.

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