Director of Engineering

Greenbrier Senior Living; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits (medical,Dental

Vision and life insurance

PTO & Holidays

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Eagle Senior Living is seeking a Director of Engineering to oversee all physical plant functions across Engineering, Building Maintenance, Grounds, and Safety. You will lead and supervise staff, recruit and train team members, and report to the Executive Director.

The role requires at least 5 years of senior living facilities experience, strong leadership, and a track record in budgeting and risk management. A proactive approach to safety and compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible physical plant operations experience, preferably in senior living.
• Experience or training with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Current EPA Certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Leadership and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee physical plant operations; plan, direct, and evaluate engineering, maintenance, and safety activities.
• Maintain and execute work order and preventative maintenance programs.
• Monitor building and grounds status; consult with designers, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Administer the Property/Community Risk Management Procedure Plan.
• Participate in risk management and quality assurance programs.
• Develop departmental budget, forecasts, and staffing plans; manage variances with the Executive Director.
• Make reports and recommendations to the Executive Director regarding department operations.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff management

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA Certification

Tools

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

HVAC systems

Job description

At Eagle Senior Living, we believe meaningful relationships are what make a life well-lived. Since 2002, our communities have offered independent living, assisted living, and memory care built around close, family-like bonds between residents and associates.

We're hiring a Director of Engineering to oversee all physical plant functions across Engineering, Building Maintenance, Grounds, and Safety. This role reports to the Executive Director and recruits, hires, trains, and supervises department staff.

What You'll Do

• Oversee physical plant operations; plan, direct, and evaluate engineering, maintenance, and safety activities
• Maintain and execute work order and preventative maintenance programs
• Monitor building and grounds status; consult with designers, architects, engineers, and contractors
• Administer the Property/Community Risk Management Procedure Plan
• Participate in risk management and quality assurance programs
• Develop departmental budget, forecasts, and staffing plans; manage variances with the Executive Director
• Make reports and recommendations to the Executive Director regarding department operations

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible physical plant operations experience, preferably in senior living
• Experience or training with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
• Current EPA Certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Leadership and motivational skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, reach, turn, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and perform fine manipulation throughout the workday
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Normal or corrected vision and hearing, including color recognition

Working Environment

• Work is performed in a well-lit, well-ventilated community setting, with occasional exposure to dust, fumes, odors, water, and noise
• Occasional outdoor exposure to weather and temperature changes
• Flexibility to work beyond normal hours, on weekends, or in other roles as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Ready to lead the team that keeps our community running smoothly?

Additional Information

This job description is intended to convey general information about the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, skills, or working conditions. The Company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position, or to require additional or different tasks, at any time. Associates may be required to work overtime, different shifts, or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. This position may include access to Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined under HIPAA; associates with such access will receive training on HIPAA requirements and the Company's health information policies. Associates who violate HIPAA requirements are subject to discipline, up to and including termination. This position description does not constitute a contract of employment and does not alter an associate's at-will employment status.

Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid reference checks, a pre-employment drug test, a physical, and proof of employment eligibility. Eagle Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.