Facilities Maintenance Director for Senior Living

Everest Management; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Everest Management Solutions in Vineland, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Director to oversee the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of our assisted living facility's buildings, grounds, equipment, and essential systems.

You will lead preventive maintenance, coordinate repairs, and ensure a clean, comfortable environment for residents and staff, with responsibilities spanning safety, regulatory compliance, and vendor management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Previous building maintenance experience required; assisted living, healthcare, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, basic repairs, and life safety practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, prioritize work, maintain accurate records, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, lighting, and other building systems.
• Maintain resident rooms, common areas, offices, equipment, furnishings and exterior spaces in good repair.
• Establish and maintain a preventive maintenance schedule.
• Coordinate apartment repairs and preparation for new residents.
• Identify recurring maintenance concerns and recommend lasting solutions.
• Perform repairs within training; arrange qualified contractors for specialized work.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and ensure life safety systems are compliant.
• Coordinate inspections and documentation for fire alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, emergency lighting, and other systems.
• Monitor environmental conditions (hot water temps, etc.) per policy and requirements.
• Maintain emergency supplies and readiness for severe weather and outages.
• Supervise maintenance staff, assign duties, and evaluate performance.
• Coordinate contractors and vendors for safe work practices and minimal resident disruption.
• Manage maintenance supplies, tools, inventory, and department expenses.

Skills

Building maintenance

Life safety knowledge

Troubleshooting

Record keeping

Communication

Facility systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training preferred

Job description

Everest Management Solutions in Vineland, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Director to oversee the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of our assisted living facility's buildings, grounds, equipment, and essential systems.

You will lead preventive maintenance, coordinate repairs, and ensure a clean, comfortable environment for residents and staff, with responsibilities spanning safety, regulatory compliance, and vendor management.