Assistant Maintenance Director: SNF Safety & Ops

Apploi; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking an experienced Assistant Maintenance Director for a Skilled Nursing Facility. The role focuses on safety, resident comfort, and reliable building operations in a team‑driven environment.

You will supervise preventive maintenance, perform repairs across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry trades, and coordinate with staff and vendors to uphold life‑safety standards. Strong supervisory and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a skilled nursing facility is required.
• Proficiency in electrical work, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and general repairs.
• Experience maintaining and repairing wheelchairs and hospital beds.
• Familiarity with SNF regulations, surveys, inspections, and life‑safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently, recognize priorities, and complete assignments with limited supervision.
• Dependable, organized, and able to respond calmly to urgent situations.
• Strong communication skills and a team‑oriented attitude.
• Ability to interact respectfully with residents, families, staff, and vendors.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and perform the physical duties of the position.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Must successfully complete all required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs throughout the facility.
• Troubleshoot electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general building issues.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair wheelchairs, hospital beds, and other resident equipment.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and safety concerns.
• Complete preventive‑maintenance tasks and required documentation.
• Help ensure compliance with applicable SNF, life‑safety, and building regulations.
• Maintain tools, mechanical areas, and workspaces in a clean and safe condition.
• Assist with inspections, emergencies, and special projects.
• Coordinate with facility staff, outside vendors, and contractors.
• Be available to respond to occasional emergency and after-hours calls.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical work

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Regulatory knowledge

Teamwork

Tools

Electrical tools

HVAC tools

Job description

Apploi is seeking an experienced Assistant Maintenance Director for a Skilled Nursing Facility. The role focuses on safety, resident comfort, and reliable building operations in a team‑driven environment.

You will supervise preventive maintenance, perform repairs across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry trades, and coordinate with staff and vendors to uphold life‑safety standards. Strong supervisory and communication skills are essential.