Caretaker

About the job

Caretaker 80–100 %

GBMZ is a larger Zurich housing cooperative that rethinks living. For over 100 years, we have been creating and developing affordable, sustainable, and liveable living spaces. Today, around 1,000 apartments belong to our portfolio – and we still have much planned.

To ensure that our 11 settlements continue to function well and remain in good condition in the long term, we are looking to strengthen our team with an experienced, technically skilled individual. Are you knowledgeable in building maintenance, enjoy hands-on work, work independently, and are digitally proficient? Then we would like to get to know you.

Your tasks

Independent caretaking and supervision of our newer settlements including outdoor workReceiving and processing damage reports as well as independently carrying out repairsInspection and maintenance of technical systems, early detection of defects and initiation of appropriate measuresSupport of the rental team during apartment changesCoordination and supervision of external specialist companiesContact person for our tenants regarding technical concernsCompletion of administrative tasks as well as documentation and monitoring of maintenance workMutual holiday cover and willingness to take on winter services

Your profile

You are a reliable, technically skilled individual who enjoys taking responsibility, works independently, and maintains a respectful approach to people.

Federal professional certificate as a caretaker or a comparable qualificationSeveral years of professional experience in caretaking, ideally in the management of residential propertiesSolid knowledge of building maintenance and building technologyGood German language skills and confident use of digital toolsInitiative, organisational talent, and a good sense of people and situationsEnjoy questioning existing processes, simplifying them, and sensibly applying digital solutionsResidence in the city of Zurich or nearby area as well as a driving licence

What you can look forward to

A varied range of tasks with personal responsibility, scope for design, and short decision-making pathsA meaningful activity where you can make a difference every dayA motivated, professional team that wants to make a difference togetherAn uncomplicated working environment where good ideas are welcome and implementedA workplace in the heart of ZurichFair employment conditions and good social benefits

Keen to make a difference with us?

Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents by 12 November 2026.

Would you like to learn more about the role first? Our Head of Maintenance, Thomas Zumbrunnen, will be happy to answer your questions at 044 245 90 76. We look forward to meeting you.