Maintenance Director

Nexus at Berwyn; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision

Short- & Long-Term Disability Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Rewards & Recognition

Weekly & Monthly Appreciation Events

Birthday & Work Anniversary Celebr

Collaborative, Team-Oriented Culture

Job summary

Nexus at Berwyn in Berwyn, IL seeks a Maintenance Director to lead the community’s maintenance operations. You will oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, train staff, and stay on-call for urgent repairs to keep the campus running safely and smoothly.

You will manage logs, inventory, and budget processes while supervising the maintenance team and handling performance reviews and paperwork. Nursing home experience is preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities with strong organizational skills.
• Experience working with various levels of professional personnel from outside contractors.
• Ability to relate well to residents and their families.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Minimum requirement of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Nursing Home Experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and/or follow a schedule to oversee continuous maintenance of all systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other general duties as required to safely and properly operate the Community.
• Train new and existing staff in community and state-required policies and procedures.
• Remain on-call for emergency repairs or maintenance issues.
• Assure all necessary logs are maintained to track information regarding the maintenance of the building and grounds.
• Order all approved maintenance-related products and supplies for repairs and ongoing maintenance.
• Follow budget guidelines and procedures for ordering supplies. Assist in developing the annual maintenance budget. Maintain an effective inventory and loss control program for the supplies, parts, tools, and equipment of the Maintenance Department.
• Responsible for hiring, scheduling, and supervising the maintenance department. Also responsible for conducting performance reviews and completing and maintaining all related employee paperwork.

Skills

Multitasking

Time management

Contractor coordination

Resident relations

HVAC knowledge

Electrical/plumbing/mechanical know‑h

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Director

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and/or follow a schedule to oversee continuous maintenance of all systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other general duties as required to safely and properly operate the Community.
• Train new and existing staff in community and state-required policies and procedures.
• Remain on-call for emergency repairs or maintenance issues.
• Assure all necessary logs are maintained to track information regarding the maintenance of the building and grounds.
• Order all approved maintenance-related products and supplies for repairs and ongoing maintenance.
• Follow budget guidelines and procedures for ordering supplies. Assist in developing the annual maintenance budget. Maintain an effective inventory and loss control program for the supplies, parts, tools, and equipment of the Maintenance Department.
• Responsible for hiring, scheduling, and supervising the maintenance department. Also responsible for conducting performance reviews and completing and maintaining all related employee paperwork.

Benefits Offered:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Quality coverage options to fit your needs and budget
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Coverage – Financial protection and peace of mind
• 401(k) with Company Match – Invest in your future with employer contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off – Includes vacation days, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – Advance your education and grow your career
• Career Growth Opportunities – We prioritize internal promotions and professional development
• Employee Rewards & Recognition Programs – Celebrating your hard work regularly
• Weekly & Monthly Appreciation Events – Because your efforts deserve recognition
• Birthday & Work Anniversary Celebrations – We celebrate you
• Collaborative, Team-Oriented Culture – Work alongside supportive and dedicated colleagues

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities and have excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with different levels of technical or professional personnel from outside contractors.
• Ability to relate well to residents and their families.
• Working knowledge of systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical.
• Minimum requirement of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Nursing Home Experience