Environmental Services and Facilities Director - Rochester and Bloomfield Hills, MI

Aramark Correctional Services; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark SeniorLIFE+ is hiring a Multi-Unit Facilities Director to oversee two facilities in the Rochester area. You will manage daily operations, maintenance, safety, and vendor relationships while optimizing costs and improving employee experiences.

Responsibilities include leading client-employed teams, coordinating projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving service quality across light maintenance, housekeeping, and support services.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Higher preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in facilities, maintenance, or operations management, preferably within healthcare, senior living, or another regulated environment.
• Current facilities-related certification(s), or the ability and willingness to obtain required certifications.
• Experience with HVAC/refrigeration or MEP trade preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience with building systems, including HVAC, boilers, chillers, generators, and preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for light maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry services to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Provide direct support to technically staff in diagnosing and repairing MEP-related equipment and systems.
• Coordinate and manage external vendors for certified work, including scope, scheduling, and QA.
• Lead facility improvement projects and workplace initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with client leadership, residents, and stakeholders.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and infection prevention standards.

Education

Associates Degree or Higher preferred

Facilities-related certification(s) preferred

Tools

MS Office

Budgeting systems

Job description

Job Description

Are you someone who takes pride in making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Join a team where your passion can shine through in work that truly matters.

At Aramark SeniorLIFE+, we serve thousands of seniors living in assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, and memory care communities. Everything we do helps make each day special for the residents we serve. From providing delicious dining experiences to keeping spaces clean, safe, and welcoming, we create moments that bring joy, promote wellness, and support vibrant, fulfilling lives. With seniors at the heart of what we do, we are dedicated to nurturing lives and creating meaningful connections.Bring your purpose and passion to Aramark SeniorLIFE+ and be part of a team that makes every moment count.

The Multi-Unit Facilities Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and safety of two facilities. This role ensures buildings, grounds, equipment, fleet, and workplace services are maintained efficiently, supports employee workplace needs, manages vendor relationships, coordinates facility projects, and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. The Facilities Director partners with cross-functional teams to deliver a safe, functional, and productive workplace while optimizing operational costs and enhancing the employee experience.

Job Responsibilities

Operations & Service Delivery

• Oversee daily operations for light maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry services to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes aligned with resident needs and organizational standards.
• Provide direct support to technically staff in diagnosing and performing light-to-moderate repairing of MEP-related equipment and systems.
• Coordinate and manage external vendors for certified/licensed work, including scope definition, scheduling, and quality assurance.
• Continuously assess operations and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, service quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client leadership, residents, and key stakeholders.
• Manage facility operations, maintenance, and repairs across assigned locations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and building regulations.
• Oversee workplace services, space planning, and employee support.
• Lead facility improvement projects and workplace initiatives.

Team Leadership (Client-Employed Staff)

• Lead, coach, and support client-employed teams, including Maintenance, Housekeeping, and Laundry staff across two buildings.
• Establish daily workflows, schedules, and performance expectations to ensure effective service delivery.
• Foster a positive work environment by recognizing and rewarding employee performance to drive engagement and retention.
• Partner with client leadership on staffing, onboarding, training coordination, and performance management.

Financial & Operational Performance

• Partner with Finance to manage budgets, track expenses, and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and productivity.
• Support vendor selection and cost control for outsourced maintenance and project work.

Compliance, Safety & Standards

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, maintaining accurate documentation, logs, and reports.
• Uphold all organizational standards, including safety protocols and Business Conduct policies.
• Maintain full compliance with infection prevention practices, OSHA, Joint Commission standards, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify potential risks and implement corrective actions to maintain a safe environment for residents, employees, and visitors.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact on our employees and for our customers. To meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Associates Degree or Higher preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in facilities, maintenance, or operations management, preferably within healthcare, senior living, or another regulated environment.
• Current facilities-related certification(s), or the ability and willingness to obtain required certifications
• Experience with HVAC/refrigeration or MEP trade preferred
• Knowledge of and experience with building systems, including HVAC, boilers, chillers, generators, and preventive maintenance.

Leadership & Relationship Management

• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and collaborate with non-direct-report teams, including client-employed staff.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced new contract environment.

Operations & Facilities Management

• Hands on experiences in light maintenance and working knowledge of maintenance practices and working knowledge of light maintenance practices and vendor management for specialized trades.
• Experience managing vendors, contracts, and service providers to ensure quality and compliance.
• Understanding of safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements, including OSHA standards and infection prevention protocols.

Financial & Business Acumen

• Strong financial acumen with experience managing operating budgets, controlling costs, and driving operational efficiencies.
• Experience managing contracts, vendor expenditures, and profit-and-loss (P&L) responsibilities.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Comfort with budgeting, vendor management, work order management, and other systems required for job duties

Work Environment & Travel

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% within the Rochester and Bloomfield Hills areas as needed.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.