Director of Facilities and Maintenance

Lightshare Behavioral Wellness & Recovery; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightshare Behavioral Wellness and Recovery seeks a Director of Facilities and Maintenance to lead the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of all company facilities in Sarasota. You will oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and vendor management to keep buildings, grounds, and equipment in top condition.

Collaborating with executive leadership, program directors, HR, and compliance teams, you will drive CARF readiness, cost control, and timely responses to emergencies while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive maintenance, facilities, property management, or related experience.
• Previous supervisory or management experience required.
• Experience managing multiple facilities preferred.
• Knowledge of building systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, preventive maintenance, and general facility operations.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and project-management skills.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and prioritize multiple facility needs.
• Must have some working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook for email communication.
• Knowledge of managing electronic maintenance ticketing systems

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility operations across all Lightshare sites.
• Provide leadership to maintenance staff and manage vendors.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and regulatory readiness (CARF readiness).
• Oversee preventive maintenance, inspections, and work orders.
• Monitor budgets and control costs related to facilities.
• Coordinate emergency response and environmental safety.
• Collaborate with executives and clinical leadership to identify facility needs.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Project management

Budgeting

Cost control

Decision making

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's/Associate's degree in Facilities/Construction/Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Maintenance ticketing system

Job description

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Director of Facilities and Maintenance

Service Worker Administration, Sarasota, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2366

Lightshare Behavioral Wellness and Recovery is an organization helping others. LBWR is an organization looking for potential employees who care about others and making a difference in lives. Our five pillars are: Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, Empowerment and Stewardship.

The Director of Facilities and Maintenanceis responsible for the overall maintenance, safety, functionality, appearance, and regulatory readiness of all Lightshare Behavioral Wellness & Recovery facilities, buildings, grounds, equipment, and physical environments.

This position provides leadership and oversight for preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, vendors, facility safety, emergency response, work orders, and maintenance staff. The Director of Maintenance ensures that all facilities are maintained in a safe, clean, secure, and operational condition that supports the delivery of quality behavioral health services.

The Director works closely with Executive Leadership, Program Directors, Clinical Leadership, HR, Compliance, and outside vendors to identify facility needs, prioritize repairs, control costs, and maintain compliance with applicable regulatory, licensing, safety, and accreditation requirements, including CARF readiness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facility Operations

Maintenance Team Leadership

Safety & Compliance

Preventive Maintenance

Budget & Cost Management

Emergency Response

Environment of Care

Transportation

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive maintenance, facilities, property management, or related experience.
• Previous supervisory or management experience required.
• Experience managing multiple facilities preferred.
• Knowledge of building systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, preventive maintenance, and general facility operations.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and project-management skills.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and prioritize multiple facility needs.
• Must have some working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook for email communication.
• Knowledge of managing electronic maintenance ticketing systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, residential treatment, nonprofit, or other regulated environments preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple facilities and competing priorities.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance principles.
• Ability to evaluate repair needs and contractor estimates.
• Strong budgeting and cost-control skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA, fire/life safety, environmental, and facility compliance requirements.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Effective communication skills with clinical, administrative, and executive teams.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a behavioral health environment.