Director of Facilities & Maintenance

The Waters Senior Living Management LLC; LaGrange (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Pay

Excellent Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Group Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life insurance plans

Disability plans

401K

Job summary

The Waters is seeking a Maintenance Director to lead and optimize the maintenance department, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient operation of all facilities. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, staff leadership, and coordination with various departments.

Candidates should have supervisory experience, strong knowledge of building systems, and a commitment to safety and regulatory standards. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Must possess at least a high school education or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience in a maintenance-related position.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Able to withstand indoor/outdoor conditions and a noisy, dirty, or greasy work environment.
• Knowledge of boilers, compressors, generators and related mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety regulations.
• Licensed as required by current standards, codes, and labor laws.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Knowledge of maintenance practices and applicable laws/guidelines governing maintenance.
• Demonstrates leadership ability and teamwork.
• Ability to plan and execute repair, new construction and equipment installation programs.

Responsibilities

• Manages operations of the Maintenance Department with proper staffing and scheduling.
• Inspects storage, work rooms and utility closets for upkeep and supply control.
• Participates in facility surveys by governmental agencies.
• Oversees outside services per contracts/work orders.
• Helps establish a preventative maintenance program.
• Regularly meetings with maintenance staff and cross-department supervisors for improvements.
• Identifies maintenance tasks involving exposure to blood/body fluids and records them.
• Conducts daily rounds to ensure maintenance duties are performed.
• Maintains fire alarm and other fire protection systems.
• Performs carpentry and building repairs within scope of expertise.
• Maintains heating and cooling systems.
• Performs electrical and plumbing repairs within scope of expertise.
• Monitors inventory and orders supplies as needed.
• Heads snow and ice removal for sidewalks.
• On-call 24/7 for emergencies when required.
• Performs other duties as required by the Administrator.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Planning abilities

Education

High school education or equivalent

1 year supervisory maintenance experience

Valid driver’s license

Reading, writing and speaking English

Knowledge of building codes and safety regulations

Licensed in accordance with applicable standards and codes

Knowledge of boilers, compressors, generators, HVAC systems

Job description

The Waters is seeking a Maintenance Director to lead and optimize the maintenance department, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient operation of all facilities. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, staff leadership, and coordination with various departments.

Candidates should have supervisory experience, strong knowledge of building systems, and a commitment to safety and regulatory standards. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits provided.