Healthcare Facilities Director — Operations & Safety

Milford Health & Rehabilitation Center; Morningside (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement plan 10%

Training & mentorship

Growth opportunities

Supportive environment

Meaningful work

Job summary

Milford Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Director of Plant Operations to lead maintenance, housekeeping, and related services in a skilled care setting. You will oversee mechanical, electrical, and safety functions to keep the facility safe, clean, and welcoming for residents and staff.

Responsibilities include Emergency Preparedness planning, budgeting, staff leadership, and ensuring compliance with health and fire codes.

Qualifications

• Trade school graduate and/or licensed journeyman mechanic preferred.
• 5+ years of plant engineering or skilled trades experience.
• 3+ years of institutional housekeeping and laundry service management.
• Strong track record of safety, regulatory compliance, and ethical maintenance practices.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams.
• Clear, confident communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Availability to respond to emergencies outside regular working hours.
• Expertise in cost estimation, blueprint reading, and writing technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all mechanical, structural, and operational aspects of the facility, inside and out.
• Lead the creation, upkeep, and execution of our Emergency Preparedness Plan.
• Recruit, coach, and inspire a skilled maintenance team; oversee housekeeping and/or laundry operations.
• Set and manage schedules for staff, contractors, and service providers to ensure timely, high-quality work.
• Inspect buildings and grounds regularly to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance.
• Maintain critical systems, including plumbing, boilers, burners, heating, and hot water.
• Plan and oversee electrical system upgrades and equipment installations.
• Ensure full compliance with all safety, sanitary, health, and fire codes, including NFPA 101 for healthcare facilities.
• Manage departmental budgets, from supply ordering to invoice approvals.

Skills

Leadership

Cost estimation

Blueprint reading

Technical specifications

English communication

Emergency responsiveness

Education

Trade school graduate or licensed journeyman mechanic

Job description

Milford Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Director of Plant Operations to lead maintenance, housekeeping, and related services in a skilled care setting. You will oversee mechanical, electrical, and safety functions to keep the facility safe, clean, and welcoming for residents and staff.

Responsibilities include Emergency Preparedness planning, budgeting, staff leadership, and ensuring compliance with health and fire codes.