Healthcare Facilities Director

The Milton Home; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Match

PTO

Telehealth

FSA

Life & AD&D

Disability Insurance

KISx Card

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Engaging environment

Supportive leadership

Job summary

The Milton Home in South Bend, IN is seeking an experienced Maintenance Director to lead the facility's physical plant operations, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and reliable day-to-day maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems.

You will manage preventive maintenance, supervise staff and external contractors, coordinate bids and contracts, and prepare for health department surveys, while maintaining grounds and after-hours emergency response.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in healthcare, long-term care, or institutional setting.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and CMS physical plant requirements.
• Experience with fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and emergency generator testing.
• EPA 608 Certification preferred
• Valid driver's license required
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying environmental conditions
• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies as needed

Responsibilities

• Oversee all facility maintenance including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire suppression systems
• Manage preventive maintenance schedules and ensure all required testing and documentation is current
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, CMS Conditions of Participation, and OSHA standards
• Maintain and test the emergency generator per CMS requirements
• Conduct and document fire drills, fire alarm testing, and Life Safety inspections
• Manage and supervise maintenance staff and outside contractors and vendors
• Obtain bids, manage contracts, and control the maintenance department budget
• Maintain grounds including snow removal, landscaping, and exterior upkeep
• Prepare for and participate in state health department surveys related to the physical plant
• Respond to facility maintenance emergencies promptly including after-hours as needed
• Serve on the Safety Committee and support the facility's emergency preparedness plan

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

NFPA 101 familiarity

Fire alarm systems experience

Driver's license

Education

EPA 608 Certification

Job description

The Milton Home in South Bend, IN is seeking an experienced Maintenance Director to lead the facility's physical plant operations, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and reliable day-to-day maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems.

You will manage preventive maintenance, supervise staff and external contractors, coordinate bids and contracts, and prepare for health department surveys, while maintaining grounds and after-hours emergency response.