Director of Maintenance

Milestone Retirement; Baker City (OR); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision (full-time)

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Pet insurance

Perks at Work

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary benefits options

Job summary

Milestone Retirement in Oregon is seeking a Director of Maintenance to lead all maintenance, repair, and upkeep across our communities. You’ll supervise maintenance and housekeeping staff, coordinate with vendors, and ensure compliance with safety, building, and regulatory standards to provide safe, well-maintained living spaces for residents.

This role starts at a wage of $25 per hour and requires strong leadership, budget and schedule management, and a focus on teamwork in a senior living

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s strongly preferred.
• Minimum three years maintenance experience with proven management ability.
• Valid State Driver’s License for vehicle travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance program for community systems.
• Conduct quarterly property walk-throughs and coordinate with vendors.
• Prioritize and complete work orders in compliance with standards and safety rules.
• Ensure building codes, OSHA, EPA, SDS and fire regulations are met.
• Hire, coach, train, evaluate, and potentially terminate staff.
• Schedule and monitor staff labor within budget parameters.
• Inspect apartments for move-in/move-out readiness and perform touch-ups.
• Maintain exterior, landscaping, snow removal, and waste management.
• Manage inventory of supplies, parts, and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Staff management

Problem solving

MS Word & Excel

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s in related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working at Milestone

Milestone is one of the fastest-growing senior living operators, with 100+ years of combined industry and hospitality experience. We focus on teamwork, creativity, and making a real impact for our residents and staff.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision (full-time employees)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO
• Pet insurance
• Perks at Work
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits options

About The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Director of Maintenance to lead all maintenance, repair, and upkeep activities across our communities. You’ll oversee maintenance and housekeeping staff, coordinate with vendors and contractors, and ensure compliance with safety, building, and regulatory standards. This role is essential to providing safe, well-maintained living spaces for our residents. This position has a starting wage of $25 per hour.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance program for all community systems, including HVAC, fire alarms, generators, kitchen equipment, irrigation, and sprinklers
• Conduct quarterly property walk-throughs and coordinate with contractors and vendors to address maintenance needs
• Prioritize and complete work orders in compliance with company standards, resident satisfaction, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, OSHA, EPA, SDS, and fire regulations
• Hire, coach, train, evaluate, and, if necessary, terminate maintenance and housekeeping staff
• Schedule and monitor staff labor within budget parameters
• Inspect apartments for move-in/move-out readiness, including patching, painting, and carpet cleaning
• Maintain the property exterior, landscaping, snow removal, and waste management
• Manage inventory of supplies, parts, and equipment
• Assess and repair plumbing, electrical, and other property issues within legal and safety standards
• Review safety data sheets (SDS) and implement precautions for hazardous chemicals
• Respond to resident or community emergencies as needed
• Maintain offices, shops, and mechanical areas according to company standards
• Promote a safe work environment and address unsafe actionsFoster teamwork, assist beyond job responsibilities, and positively impact coworkers, residents, and visitors
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field strongly preferred
• Minimum three years of experience as maintenance staff; proven management experience required
• Valid State Driver’s License for vehicle travel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to evaluate staff performance, resolve conflicts, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
• Compassion for and desire to work with older adults
• Knowledge of employment laws and company regulations
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as painting, vacuuming, climbing ladders, and accessing attics

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and balance
• Ability to talk, hear, and use vision effectively
• Occasional weekend, evening, or night work and on-call as needed
• Possible exposure to chemicals, infectious hazards, and potential injury risks
• Ability to lift and move up to 51-100 lbs occasionally
• Frequent interaction with coworkers, residents, and vendors

Join Milestone to lead a skilled maintenance team, ensure safe and well-maintained living environments, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Milestone is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.