Director of Environmental Services

Hillcrest Health & Living; Gretna (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Health & Living, a premier senior living provider, seeks a hands‑on Director of Environmental Services to lead Hillcrest Silver Ridge in Bellevue, NE. You will oversee maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and building systems to keep residents safe, comfortable, and survey‑ready.

The ideal candidate brings HVAC/PTAC experience, Life Safety Code knowledge, and strong leadership to manage budget, staffing, and compliance while partnering with leadership to create a warm, well‑maintained

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year HVAC and PTAC experience.
• Experience with Life Safety Code and maintenance procedures preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building upkeep, heating/cooling, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Experience leading maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, environmental services, or facilities teams.
• Ability to manage department workflow, priorities, schedules, and resources.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and environmental services at Hillcrest Silver Ridge.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and survey readiness of the community.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, performance management, and accountability for the EVS team.
• Manage department budgeting, payroll, purchasing, and cost control.
• Partner with the Administrator and leadership to identify needs and support a safe resident environment.

Skills

HVAC & PTAC

Life Safety Code

Building maintenance

Team leadership

Problem solving

Safety & compliance

Technology proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HVAC certification preferred

Safety training/related Courses

Job description

Director of Environmental Services – Hillcrest Silver Ridge

Location: Bellevue, NE

Service Line: Hillcrest Silver Ridge

Schedule: Full-Time

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a hands‑on, detail‑oriented Director of Environmental Services to join our leadership team at Hillcrest Silver Ridge in Bellevue, NE.

Hillcrest Silver Ridge is a welcoming senior living community where residents receive personalized support while maintaining as much independence, choice, and connection as possible. Our team creates a warm, respectful environment where residents feel known, valued, and at home.

At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. We are looking for a leader who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean, comfortable, and well‑functioning environment for residents, families, visitors, and team members.

What You’ll Do

As the Director of Environmental Services, you will oversee the daily operations of maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, building systems, grounds, and environmental services at Hillcrest Silver Ridge. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for keeping the community safe, compliant, well‑maintained, and survey‑ready.

You Will

• Develop, implement, and manage maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and environmental services processes.
• Oversee building upkeep, HVAC, PTAC units, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, equipment, grounds, and general maintenance needs.
• Maintain excellent building condition through preventive maintenance, timely repairs, and strong follow‑through.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Problem‑solve building, equipment, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and special system concerns.
• Refurbish apartments after resident move‑outs and support room readiness.
• Ensure chemicals, equipment, building systems, and work practices remain compliant with company standards, State Survey expectations, OSHA regulations, and applicable codes.
• Train team members on safety, sprinkler system shut‑off, fire and emergency panels, equipment use, and emergency procedures.
• Lead environmental services team members, including hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, scheduling, workflow direction, and accountability.
• Manage department resources, including budgeting, payroll, purchasing, invoice coding, and cost control.
• Partner with the Administrator and community leadership to identify needs, solve issues, and support a safe resident environment.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, vendors, team members, and leadership.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a hands‑on leader who understands building maintenance, team leadership, and the importance of maintaining a safe and welcoming senior living environment.

The right candidate will be practical, responsive, organized, and comfortable jumping in to support the work while also leading the department with accountability and professionalism.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• At least one year of experience with HVAC and PTAC units required.
• At least one year of experience with Life Safety Code and maintenance procedures preferred.
• General knowledge of building upkeep, heating and air conditioning units, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and general building maintenance.
• Working knowledge of surface repairs, cleaning processes, fixture care, and facility upkeep.
• Experience leading maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, environmental services, or facilities team members preferred.
• Ability to manage department workflow, priorities, schedules, and resources.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to respond quickly to building or resident needs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, compliance, and quality.
• Ability to remain calm, flexible, and professional in stressful or changing situations.
• Comfort using technology, systems, and resources efficiently and effectively.

Education & Credentials

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• Additional maintenance, facilities, electrical, plumbing, safety, or related training preferred.

Why Hillcrest?

At Hillcrest Silver Ridge, Environmental Services plays a critical role in the resident, family, and team member experience. A clean, safe, well‑maintained community helps residents feel comfortable, supported, and proud to call Silver Ridge home.

As the Director of Environmental Services, your work directly supports safety, compliance, operations, and quality of life. You will lead a department that makes a visible impact every day.

Physical & Other Requirements

• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to independently lift up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, bending, standing, walking, climbing, reaching, and movement as needed.
• Must possess strength and stamina to perform physically strenuous activities in all weather conditions.
• Must be willing to work in confined spaces and on rooftops as needed.
• Must be flexible, calm, and professional in stressful situations.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to utilize technology, tools, equipment, and resources efficiently and effectively.
• Possible exposure to potentially hazardous conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Ready to Lead a Team That Keeps the Community Running?

If you are a hands‑on Environmental Services or Maintenance leader who takes pride in safety, service, and follow‑through, we invite you to apply for the Director of Environmental Services – Hillcrest Silver Ridge role.

Join Hillcrest Health & Living and help us continue inspiring people to live their best lives through safe environments, reliable service, and strong leadership.