Maintenance Director

First Atlantic Healthcare; Dexter (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits including medical,?

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement savings program with

Employer paid life insurance

Job summary

Dexter Health Care, part of First Atlantic Healthcare, seeks a Maintenance Director/Manager to keep buildings, equipment, and utilities in good repair and ensure a safe environment for residents and staff.

The role blends hands-on maintenance with department leadership, requiring a commitment to safety, budget awareness, and collaborative work across departments to sustain high-quality long-term care services.

Qualifications

• Experience in day-to-day maintenance and facility upkeep.
• HVAC, electrical, and plumbing knowledge preferred.
• Lead staff and manage daily department operations.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and safety-focused.
• Collaborate with other department leaders to ensure high care standards.
• Genuine care for elderly and disabled residents in a nursing facility.

Responsibilities

• Ensure OSHA and safety regulations are followed.
• Supervise maintenance staff and manage daily operations.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on equipment and supplies.
• Order and requisition supplies within budget guidelines.
• Test emergency generators and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain the building in compliance with codes and laws.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

HVAC, electrical, plumbing

Staff coaching / performance mgmt

Safety compliance

Organized / detail-oriented

Interdepartmental collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About Us

Dexter Health Care is a 53 bed full service Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facility. We offer specialized professional levels of care and support for residents including Short-Stay Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Care, and Long Term Care services that are delivered by an experienced, thoughtful and professional staff who follow evidence based clinical best practices designed to promote health and safety and a commitment to deliver the highest level of care. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Dexter Health Care house follows in First Atlantic's long reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.

Maintenance Director/Manager /Supervisor

An integral part of our leadership and care team, the Maintenance Director/Manager will keep the building(s), equipment, and utilities in good working order and facility grounds properly maintained to ensure a safe environment optimal for quality patient care. This role is a great combination of both hands-on tasks and department management

Essential Job Functions

• Possess an understanding of OSHA and Safety regulations.


• One (1) year supervisory and management experience which may include recruiting staff, coaching, performance management, responsibility of daily department operations.


• Perform repairs and maintenance on equipment and supplies.


• Order and requisition supplies and equipment as needed within budgetary guidelines.


• Test emergency generator weekly and monthly as required by State and Federal regulations.


• Know and follow established safety rules and policies and procedures of the maintenance department.


• Cooperate with and support other department supervisors and employees.


• Maintain the building in compliance with Federal, State, and Local codes and laws.


• Lead and attend monthly in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational hour requirements.


• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance management to your staff.


• Interview, and make recommendations for hiring decisions of maintenance staff.


• Provide training and orientation to new staff – within and outside the maintenance department.


• Attend department supervisor meetings and participate on required committees.


• Manage budgets and supplies, and fulfill department supervisor responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of day-to-day maintenance and facility physical plant upkeep


• Experience in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing preferred


• Lead staff and/or provide strong leadership within the facility


• Organized and detailed


• Integrate well with other department leaders, partnering to ensure the highest level of care is delivered


• Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility


• High school diploma

Benefits

We want to support your work and life balance, so we have flexible shifts plus:

• Full time employees have access to full benefits; medical, dental, vision, and disability


• Paid Time Off


• Flexible spending account including medical & dependent


• Employer paid life insurance


• 401(k) Retirement savings program with employer contribution!

All job offers are contingent upon receiving excellent references and passing the Maine State Background Check.