Director of Maintenance

Elderwood Village at Colonie; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Training & orientation

Job summary

Elderwood Village at Colonie, part of Elderwood, is seeking a hands-on Director of Maintenance to lead the 94-bed community's maintenance, grounds, and life safety operations. The role oversees staff, preventive maintenance, and coordination with facility leadership to keep residents safe and comfortable.

Renovations on our Colonie campus present an exciting chance to drive improvements while ensuring minimal resident disruption.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in physical plant, electrical, plumbing, carpentry or HVAC maintenance.
• Supervisory experience with hiring/training/scheduling staff.
• Extensive Life Safety Codes and NFPA knowledge; OSHA awareness.
• Proficient with computer programs to manage orders and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the facility maintenance program and staff.
• Oversee building systems: heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing, and safety.
• Coordinate repairs, preventive maintenance, and new equipment installations.
• Maintain records and supervise outside contractors as needed.
• Ensure life safety compliance and budgetary discipline.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Life Safety Codes

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

HVAC systems

Supervisory experience

OSHA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TELS system

Inventory management software

Job description

Director of Maintenance

Requisition ID

2026-36994

# of Openings

1

Area of Interest

Facilities

Company

Elderwood

Location

Elderwood Village at Colonie

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Shift

9am - 5pm

Salary

Up to $65,910 / yr

Reporting Category

Management

Elderwood Village at Colonie is seeking an experienced and hands-on Director of Maintenance to lead the maintenance, physical plant, grounds, and life safety operations of our 94-bed assisted living community.

Our beautiful Colonie campus is currently undergoing renovations, making this an exciting opportunity for a maintenance professional who enjoys a hands‑on role, takes pride in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, and can effectively lead a department while partnering with facility leadership and staff.

As Director of Maintenance, you will oversee the day-to-day maintenance operation, preventative maintenance program, life safety compliance, grounds, equipment, and facility systems. You will also supervise maintenance staff, coordinate outside contractors, manage departmental supplies and costs, and ensure that repairs and maintenance activities are completed safely and efficiently with minimal disruption to residents and daily operations.

Why Join Elderwood?

At Elderwood, you'll be part of a team that believes in People Caring for People. Your work directly contributes to creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment where residents can live with dignity and peace of mind.

We offer:

• Excellent Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Time
• Employee Referral Program
• Comprehensive paid training and orientation
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults every day

If you're a hands‑on maintenance leader who takes pride in your work and wants to make a meaningful impact in a resident‑centered environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Plan, direct, and supervise the maintenance program for the facility, grounds, equipment, and vehicles.
• Oversee heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, water, gas, oxygen, communication, and other facility systems.
• Perform and/or coordinate repairs involving carpentry, painting, flooring, plastering, refinishing, and general building maintenance.
• Oversee grounds maintenance, parking areas, driveways, and snow removal as applicable.
• Schedule preventative maintenance, repairs, replacements, and new equipment installations.
• Maintain accurate preventative maintenance and work‑order records through the TELS system.
• Monitor departmental inventory and requisition necessary supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate maintenance department employees.
• Supervise outside contractors and ensure work is completed safely and appropriately.
• Partner with Administration and other departments to identify facility needs and address maintenance concerns.
• Help maintain compliance with Life Safety Codes, NFPA standards, OSHA requirements, and applicable facility policies.
• Participate in facility safety and quality assurance initiatives, including Safety Committee activities and disaster drills.
• Monitor departmental expenses and help maintain operations within budget.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Protect resident privacy, dignity, and rights while performing all job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in related areas of: physical plant, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and/or HVAC systems maintenance
• Demonstrated supervisory experience to include hiring, training, discharging, overseeing, scheduling departmental staff
• Extensive knowledge of Life Safety Codes and NFPA required, experience with USTs preferred
• Familiarity with using computer programs to place orders, manage inventory, etc.
• Valid, current driver license in good standing
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.