Maintenance Environmental Services Director

Apploi; Irvington (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership opportunity

Supportive management

Professional growth

Meaningful work

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a hands-on Maintenance / Environmental Services Director to lead the day-to-day operations of a skilled nursing facility, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-functioning environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

The role oversees maintenance, housekeeping, safety, and environmental services, with responsibilities spanning preventive maintenance, inspections, and regulatory compliance. A leadership track offers growth within a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Maintenance, Environmental Services, or Facilities Management.
• Prior supervisory or management experience.
• Knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, housekeeping, and facility safety.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of SNF regulatory and safety requirements is a plus.
• Hands-on leadership style with a strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Maintenance and Environmental Services operations.
• Supervise, schedule, and support Maintenance, Housekeeping, and Environmental Services staff.
• Maintain the facility, equipment, systems, grounds, and common areas in safe working condition.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and work orders.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, fire, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage housekeeping standards, infection prevention practices, and overall facility cleanliness.
• Coordinate with outside vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Maintain records, logs, inspections, and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Respond promptly to maintenance, safety, and environmental concerns.
• Participate in surveys, audits, emergency preparedness, and facility improvement initiatives.
• Monitor department supplies, inventory, and expenses.
• Train and hold department staff accountable for performance and compliance.

Skills

Maintenance

Environmental Services

Facilities Management

Job description

Maintenance / Environmental Services Director

Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Maintenance / Environmental Services Director to lead the day‑to‑day maintenance, housekeeping, safety, and environmental services operations of our skilled nursing facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable leader who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean, comfortable, and well‑functioning environment for our residents, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Maintenance and Environmental Services operations.


• Supervise, schedule, and support Maintenance, Housekeeping, and Environmental Services staff.


• Maintain the facility, equipment, systems, grounds, and common areas in safe working condition.


• Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and work orders.


• Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, fire, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.


• Manage housekeeping standards, infection prevention practices, and overall facility cleanliness.


• Coordinate with outside vendors, contractors, and service providers.


• Maintain required records, logs, inspections, and preventive maintenance documentation.


• Respond promptly to maintenance, safety, and environmental concerns.


• Participate in surveys, audits, emergency preparedness, and facility improvement initiatives.


• Monitor department supplies, inventory, and expenses.


• Train and hold department staff accountable for performance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Maintenance, Environmental Services, or Facilities Management, preferably in a skilled nursing or healthcare setting.


• Prior supervisory or management experience strongly preferred.


• Knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, housekeeping, and facility safety.


• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.


• Knowledge of SNF regulatory and safety requirements is a plus.


• Hands‑on leadership style with a strong attention to detail.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary


• Leadership opportunity within a healthcare environment


• Supportive management team


• Opportunity for professional growth


• Meaningful work directly impacting resident safety, comfort, and quality of life

Equal Opportunity Employer