Maintenance Director

Cogir Senior Living; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Referral program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Scottsdale, Arizona, is seeking a Maintenance Director to lead the community's physical plant operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general upkeep. You will oversee the maintenance team, manage preventative programs, and ensure safety compliance while delivering excellent resident service.

The role requires 3+ years of maintenance leadership experience in senior living or similar settings, with strong communication and on-call availability.

Qualifications

• Must have experience coordinating and supervising maintenance staff.
• Strong customer service mindset and communication skills.
• Experience with building systems and routine maintenance is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance of the community facilities.
• Supervise maintenance technicians and housekeeping staff.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and vendor services.
• Ensure safety and code compliance across all sites.
• Respond to resident and facility emergencies in a timely manner.
• Manage budget adherence and obtain competitive bids as needed.

Skills

Maintenance management

Customer service

Communication

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher preferred

Job description

The Company

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

Description

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members. At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

What We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Director is responsible for the community's day-to-day physical plant operations while ensuring compliance with safety standards. They maintain the structural integrity of the building and provide general upkeep of all company maintenance-related issues, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, major appliances, and amenities. They will manage our preventative maintenance programs and supervise the facility department staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Use general maintenance equipment including, but not limited to, hand tools, ladders, refrigerant recovery units, landscaping equipment, and required safety equipment.
• Organize, prioritize, and ensure service requests and repairs are completed correctly and on time.
• Inspect grounds, buildings, and other community features daily to minimize liability concerns and ensure excellent curb appeal.
• Perform turnkey work as required; ensure vacant units are ready promptly.
• Maintain an excellent customer service relationship and communicate effectively with residents, fellow team members, vendors, and management.
• Work with the Executive Director to obtain competitive bids for maintenance-related expenses.
• Understand and adhere to budget guidelines.
• Purchase supplies/vendor services using standard purchase order systems and proper bidding procedures.
• Monitor inventory of parts and supplies at appropriate levels.
• Hire, train, and manage department staff of Maintenance Technicians, as well as housekeeping.
• Respond to resident and community emergencies.
• Coordinate compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, SDS, OSHA, EPA regulations, and fire codes.
• Conduct regular inspections, identify needs, and execute corrections.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education And Certifications

• A high school diploma is required.
• An associate degree or higher from a college or technical school is preferred.

Experience, Competencies, And Skills

• At least 3 years of experience managing apartments, senior living communities, hotels, or large complex maintenance is required.
• At least 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience, including staff hiring and supervision, scheduling, budgeting, and vendor management, is preferred.
• Experience with HVAC, electrical, drywall repair and texturing, carpentry, plumbing, painting, and general maintenance.
• Ability to use general maintenance tools, supplies, and equipment; participate in on-call rotation.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service mindset.
• Ability to be on call 24/7 for any maintenance-related emergencies in the community.
• A valid state driver's license is required.
• A positive team player mentality and passion for serving seniors.