Director of Facilities

Discovery Senior Living; Inverness (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Paid training

Career growth opportunities

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Director of Facilities for Highland Place in Inverness, FL, to lead daily maintenance and facility operations, ensuring a safe, well-maintained environment for residents. The role emphasizes proactive management, regulatory compliance, and staff leadership to deliver exceptional resident experiences.

The position involves managing HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety systems, vendor contracts, and capital projects, with budget oversight and after-hours

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Bachelor’s/Technical degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role preferred.
• HVAC certification, licensure, or equivalent training strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, plumbing, fire panels, and emergency response systems.
• Experience managing housekeeping and laundry operations preferred.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs.
• Experience managing vendor contracts and capital projects.
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with TELS or other work order management systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building abilities.
• Availability for after-hours emergency calls and participation in on-call rotation.
• MOD responsibilities included.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily maintenance and facility operations of the community, ensuring systems and equipment are functioning effectively and safely.
• Develop and execute a preventative maintenance program in compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate the housekeeping team.
• Ensure operational performance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire panels, and emergency response systems.
• Oversee vendor contracts, service agreements, and capital improvement projects, ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Monitor departmental budgets, track expenses, and contribute to capital planning and cost controls.
• Conduct apartment and unit inspections before new resident occupancy.
• Assist with capital projects, renovations, and refurbishments to maintain a high-quality environment.
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing life safety, maintenance, and environmental standards.
• Participate in the Safety Committee and disaster preparedness planning. Deliver the disaster plan to approving authorities.
• Prepare departmental budgets, review variances, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Respond promptly to after-hours emergencies and provide on-call support as required.
• Foster a service-first, resident-centered culture within all facility operations.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance

HVAC

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Fire panels

Budgeting

Vendor management

Capital projects

Project management

Microsoft Office

TELS

Communication

Team-building

On-call

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s/Technical degree

Tools

TELS

Job description

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on operational excellence, personalized lifestyles, and culture-driven leadership, we proudly serve residents and families across more than 15,000 units nationwide and growing.

As part of one of the largest senior living families in the U.S., our communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2027. At Discovery Management Group, purpose guides our work, culture fuels our success, and growth defines our future. We continually invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful, rewarding career.

Discover Your Purpose with Us at Highland Place!

As Director of Facilities, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

Your Role

As the Director of Facilities, your role includes overseeing all building, grounds, and maintenance operations within the community. You’ll ensure the environment is safe, well-maintained, and supports resident satisfaction through proactive maintenance, staff leadership, vendor management, and regulatory compliance. In some communities, this position also oversees housekeeping, laundry, and transportation teams.

Position Highlights

• Status: Full-Time
• Schedule: Traditional leadership workweek with flexibility required based on business and operational needs that includes Manager on Duty hours as well as on-call for emergency situations.
• Location: Inverness, FL

Why You'll Love This Community

Highland Place is a small, home-like community focused on providing the best care and environment for our residents.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the daily maintenance and facility operations of the community, ensuring systems and equipment are functioning effectively and safely.
• Develop and execute a preventative maintenance program in compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate the housekeeping team.
• Ensure operational performance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire panels, and emergency response systems.
• Oversee vendor contracts, service agreements, and capital improvement projects, ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Monitor departmental budgets, track expenses, and contribute to capital planning and cost controls.
• Conduct apartment and unit inspections before new resident occupancy.
• Assist with capital projects, renovations, and refurbishments to maintain a high-quality environment.
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing life safety, maintenance, and environmental standards.
• Participate in the Safety Committee and disaster preparedness planning. Deliver the disaster plan to approving authorities.
• Prepare departmental budgets, review variances, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Respond promptly to after-hours emergencies and provide on-call support as required.
• Foster a service-first, resident-centered culture within all facility operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Bachelor’s/Technical degree in a related field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role preferred
• HVAC certification, licensure, or equivalent training strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, plumbing, fire panels, and emergency response systems
• Experience managing housekeeping and laundry operations preferred
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs
• Experience managing vendor contracts and capital projects
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with TELS or other work order management systems
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building abilities
• Availability for after-hours emergency calls and participation in on-call rotation
• MOD responsibilities included

Why Join Us

Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2027!

A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members.

Find out what makes working at Discovery unique in the world of senior living. Discover Your Purpose!

Our Culture & Values

So often, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who we are and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we’re unified by certain core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make up the fabric of our company and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK, and CREATIVITY.

Individually, they are our virtues, and together, they make up a roadmap which helps us foster innovation and success.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness-related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

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