Hands-On Maintenance Director | 24/7 Facility Lead

Excelsior Care Group; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous PTO

Medical and Dental Coverage

Team-Oriented Work Environment

Company Perks & Discounts

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Excelsior Care Group in Rochelle Park, NJ is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Director to lead and participate in daily maintenance operations of a healthcare facility. You will manage a team, schedule staff, and ensure safety, compliance, and high standards while collaborating with administration.

You should be comfortable making quick, informed decisions, handling emergencies 24/7, and driving preventive maintenance programs with attention to budgets and documenting activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing maintenance within healthcare environments.
• Ability to lead a team and plan preventive maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and actively participate in daily maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, generators, and general facility upkeep.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure equipment and infrastructure are safe, clean, and operating efficiently.
• Develop maintenance staff schedules and provide strong team supervision and support.
• Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, inspections, warranties, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Respond to emergency maintenance issues with urgency and professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, labor laws, and safety regulations.
• Coordinate and manage facility repairs, upgrades, and new equipment installations.
• Work collaboratively with other departments and administration to maintain a high standard of facility safety and cleanliness.
• Communicate regularly through internal channels, including WhatsApp team group chats.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Team supervision

Building systems

Healthcare maintenance

Decision making

English proficiency

Job description

Excelsior Care Group in Rochelle Park, NJ is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Director to lead and participate in daily maintenance operations of a healthcare facility. You will manage a team, schedule staff, and ensure safety, compliance, and high standards while collaborating with administration.

You should be comfortable making quick, informed decisions, handling emergencies 24/7, and driving preventive maintenance programs with attention to budgets and documenting activities.