Corporate Maintenance Director

Country Meadows Retirement Communities; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living seeks a Corporate Maintenance Director to ensure the smooth operation of facilities across multiple locations. The role involves overseeing maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring a safe environment for residents. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in building maintenance, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a pet-friendly environment. Join a team dedicated to making lives better for seniors.

Benefits

Above standard industry pay

Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield

Employer-matching 401(k)

22 days paid time off

Supplemental life insurance

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in building maintenance, ideally in healthcare or residential.
• Comfortable working in a pet-friendly environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage preventive maintenance schedules and coordinate with vendors.
• Provide in-unit repair support and address small repairs.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with facility equipment.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade School or Technical Certification

Tools

HVAC

Plumbing

Electricity

Mechanics

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Our senior living communities are more than just buildings—they're vibrant homes filled with life, laughter, and stories. We’re looking for a Corporate Maintenance Director who understands that keeping these homes running smoothly is about more than just fixing things—it’s about creating environments where our residents feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. You’ll be responsible for overseeing everything from keeping our grounds looking beautiful to handling ongoing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and assisting with resident room concerns at all 10 of our locations in Pennsylvania and one in Maryland. You’ll work independently most of the time, coordinate with approved vendors when needed, and be available on call for those unexpected moments. If you're a hands-on leader who takes pride in making a real difference in people’s lives, we’d love to have you on our team.

Our investment in you:

• Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)
• Length of service bonus
• 22 days paid time off your first year, including holidays, your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning and the opportunity to roll over unused time
• Supplemental life insurance, company-paid short-term disability and supplemental short- and long-term disability plans

Our support for you:

• Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.
• Direct access to your supervisory team
• On-the-job training and continuing education
• Employee assistance program for you and your family
• Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
• Helping Hand interest-free loans

Corporate Maintenance Director Responsibilities:

• Preventive Maintenance:
  • Manage and participate in company-wide preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Coordinate work with department directors and approved vendors.
  • Maintain systems including:
    • Lighting, electrical circuits, and ballasts
    • HVAC units, heat pumps, and refrigeration
    • Boilers, water heaters, and plumbing
    • Kitchen and laundry equipment
• Resident Maintenance Services:
  • Provide in-unit repair support with professionalism and care.
  • Address small repairs such as plumbing leaks, light fixtures, and PTAC units.
  • Respect and protect resident confidentiality and rights at all times.
• Facilities & Grounds:
  • Oversee general upkeep of the physical plant and surrounding grounds.
  • Replace lighting, clean and maintain equipment, and assist with snow removal as needed.
  • Ensure safety and cleanliness throughout the campuses.
• Troubleshooting & Emergency Repairs:
  • Diagnose and resolve issues with facility equipment and systems.
  • Determine when to escalate issues to outside vendors for large-scale repairs (e.g., fire systems, water mains, central HVAC).
  • Remain on-call for emergency situations that impact resident or staff safety.
• Administrative & Leadership Duties:
  • Track inventory and supplies; ensure adequate stock for ongoing operations.
  • Record use of warehouse items and support department budget goals.
  • Coordinate with vendors and fill in during absence of other maintenance staff.

Corporate Maintenance Director Qualifications:

• Experience: At least 3-5 years proven experience in building maintenance, ideally in a healthcare or residential setting.
• Educational Requirements: Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Trade School, Technical Certification or Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management (or similar field) is preferred, but not required.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Plumbing - including but not limited to design and mechanics of commodes, plumbing fixtures, drains, discharge lines, hot water heaters, dishwashers, ice machines, etc.
  • HVAC - including but not limited to general principles of HVAC and heat pump operation and mechanics, refrigeration.
  • Electricity - including but not limited to wiring, voltage, amperage.
  • Mechanics - including but not limited to design and operation of engines.
• Comfortable working in a pet-friendly environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this type of role.

About Country Meadows:

We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 35 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.

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