Maintenance Director

Atria Senior Living; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and PTO

401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atria Senior Living is seeking a Maintenance Director/Manager to lead a multi-family property maintenance team and oversee preventative upkeep of building systems. You will manage staff, coordinate vendors, and contribute to safety and operational standards across the community.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years in property management or maintenance, and a valid driver’s license. Strong budgeting, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of multi-family property management or maintenance experience.
• Must possess valid driver’s license.
• Proficient with basic arithmetic for calculations and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance and preventative maintenance for assigned community, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and major appliances.
• Supervise maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and janitorial staff; schedule, hire, coach, and evaluate performance.
• Develop and monitor annual maintenance operating budget and control expenditures.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors; ensure compliance with policies and safety standards.
• Inspect grounds and apartments regularly to ensure full functionality and cleanliness.
• Respond to service requests and manage work orders in Facility One system.
• Drive company vehicle as required and ensure compliance with vehicle policies.

Skills

Team leadership

Maintenance management

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Facility One

Job description

We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.

Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Community employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification.
• Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
• Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
• Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location

As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday

FDNY T89 Certification required.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of multi-family property management or other building maintenance experience performing the duties of Maintenance Technician or Maintenance Director.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic skills such as measurement, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in order to do basic calculations and analysis such as estimating, determining averages and percentages, and totals.
• Solid performance management skills, including the ability to communicate performance expectations, document performance conversations, coach and document performance issues and complete performance management expectations as guided by the company.
• Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment and discretion to make decisions designed to achieve company expectations and goals for the community.
• Basic computer skills, ability to using Microsoft Office and ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to frequently use general maintenance tools, supplies and equipment such as, but not limited to, hand tools, pressure washers, blowers, paint equipment, extractors, pool chemicals, ice removal equipment, ladders, landscaping equipment, sandblasters and safety equipment and ability to train others in their safe and appropriate use.
• Ability to frequently transport up to 60 pounds variable distances, the mobility and flexibility to use required equipment and to access and work in confined spaces or at heights in excess of 8-9 feet.
• Familiar with all types of surfaces and respective cleaners.
• Experience in carpet cleaning (all types) and upholstery cleaning.
• Understands Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
• Understands SDS Sheets.
• Position requires driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and/or personal vehicle).
• Must possess valid driver’s license.
• Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Atria motor vehicle policy standards.

Responsible for managing a team in the maintenance and preventative maintenance efforts for an assigned community including the physical aspects of the building’s HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, major appliances and amenities, including the management of appropriate outside vendors and contractors. Also responsible for managing the housekeeping and janitorial employees and function in the communities. Ensure efforts meet Atria’s operational and safety standards and any applicable laws and regulations.

• Responsibly manages and supervises all maintenance, housekeeping, laundry and janitorial personnel including scheduling, assignment, direction, performance review (including input on pay adjustments), hiring and discipline consistent with Company policy.
• Implements and monitors programs to maximize revenue, control expense, and improve customer satisfaction.
• Manages all of the maintenance needs of assigned community to ensure the physical condition of the community and contribute to Atria’s annual business goals.
• Manages all customer service requests using the Facility One work order system; including prioritization and delegation to assigned staff. Maintain company customer service standards. Follow through to ensure issue is resolved.
• Manages the apartment home turnover and preventative maintenance programs to maximize the value to the community. Assesses the value of damage to the apartment homes that is charged to departing resident.
• Assists in the development of the annual maintenance operating budget and manages department expenditures within approved budget.
• Purchases parts, chemicals, and paint according to our requirements for national account spending.
• Inspects grounds, buildings and apartment homes on a regular basis to ensure that all physical aspects of the community are fully functional at all times.
• Inspects and monitors community and apartment homes to ensure housekeeping, janitorial and laundry employees are meeting company standards.
• Implements, or directs the implementation, of all applicable Atria policies and procedures. Ensures compliance as needed.
• Negotiates with external maintenance vendors and suppliers as needed. Monitors and enforces contract terms via communication with the Executive Director.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local laws, specifically Fair Housing regulations.
• May drive company vehicle from community (only if required by community).
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.