Director of Maintenance

Norfolk-Health-; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401(k) & benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Career growth

Job summary

Norfolk Health & Rehabilitation Center in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a Director of Maintenance to lead the maintenance team and ensure a safe, well-maintained healthcare facility.

Responsibilities include supervising plumbing, carpentry, painting, roofing, and electrical work; enforcing preventative maintenance; managing work orders; and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Strong coordination and leadership are essential for 24/7 reliability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• One year of experience in commercial maintenance or related trade.
• Ability to effectively coordinate people and resources.
• Basic computer skills (e-mail, ordering, work order tracking).
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies within 20 minutes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general facility maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, roofing, minor repairs, and electrical work.
• Ensure preventative maintenance is routinely performed on all equipment/systems.
• Ensure work orders are properly prioritized and completed promptly.
• Collaborate with other departments to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with Department of Health and Life Safety Code and other regulations.
• Provide management for maintenance staff, including hiring, training, and performance management.
• Respond to fire and disaster situations per emergency plans.
• Other duties to ensure safe operation of the healthcare center.

Skills

Leadership & staff management

Coordination of people & resources

Facility maintenance planning

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Norfolk Health & Rehabilitation Center in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as the Director of Maintenance.

As the Director of Maintenance, you’ll help us achieve our mission of providing Care Beyond Compare by ensuring our healthcare center is safe, well-maintained, and ready to serve our patients and residents. Your primary role will be to supervise, coordinate, and perform the duties of the maintenance department to ensure the facility is maintained in good repair and that all systems comply with applicable safety and fire regulations, as well as federal, state, and local building codes.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience

• Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees

• Career Growth Opportunities

What You'll Do

• Oversee general facility maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, roofing, minor repairs, and electrical work.

• Ensure preventative maintenance is routinely performed on all equipment/systems.

• Ensure work orders are properly prioritized and completed promptly.

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and minimize downtime.

• Ensure the facility remains in compliance with all Department of Health and Life Safety Code requirements as well as any federal, state, and local regulations.

• Provide management for facility maintenance staff, including hiring, development, training, performance management, and communication, to ensure the department runs effectively and efficiently.

• Respond to facility fire and disaster situations immediately and assist per emergency plans.

• Other duties necessary to ensure the safe operation of the healthcare center.

What You Need

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

• Valid Driver’s License.

• One (1) year of experience in commercial maintenance or related trade.

• Ability to effectively coordinate people and resources.

• Basic computer skills (e-mail, electronic ordering, work order tracking, etc.)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to meet emergency requirements and ability to report to the center within twenty (20) minutes of being called for an emergency.

If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where you can make a sincere difference in someone's life every day, we're looking for you!