Maintenance Supervisor

Hillside Plaza; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

Disability and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Next-day pay options

Collaborative leadership environment

Job summary

Hillside Plaza on Cleveland's East Side is seeking a hands-on Director of Maintenance to lead the physical plant of our long-term care facility, ensuring residents live in a safe, compliant environment and receive high-quality care.

You will oversee MEP, HVAC, safety programs, regulatory compliance, and a maintenance team, with a focus on preventive maintenance, budgeting, and coordinating with vendors to keep systems reliable.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory experience in maintenance, plant operations, or facilities management.
• Long-term care facility experience required.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (MEP, HVAC, boilers, generators, life-safety).
• Understanding of regulatory standards for skilled nursing facilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot, prioritize, and manage complex maintenance tasks.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor maintenance staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Oversee daily operations of MEP, HVAC, boiler, generator, fire suppression, and security systems.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA Life Safety Code, CMS, and state standards.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) program.
• Manage maintenance budgets, inventory, and capital improvement planning.
• Read schematics, logs, and regulatory files; track work orders and PM schedules.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Building systems knowledge

Regulatory standards

Communication skills

Leadership

Maintenance task management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Director of Maintenance

Hillside Plaza

Hillside Plaza is seeking a hands-on, knowledgeable, and mission-driven Director of Maintenance to lead the overall physical plant operations of our long-term care facility. This individual plays a critical role in ensuring our residents live in a safe, comfortable, and fully compliant environment-supporting our commitment to high-quality care.

About the Role

As the Director of Maintenance, you will oversee all aspects of building operations, equipment performance, safety programs, regulatory compliance, and maintenance team leadership. This position requires strong technical expertise, excellent organizational skills, and a deep understanding of long-term care environments, including life-safety regulations and preventative maintenance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise and mentor maintenance staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork
• Provide hands-on support to maintenance technicians when needed

Facility Operations

• Oversee daily operations of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), HVAC, boiler, generator, fire suppression, and security systems
• Ensure timely completion of work orders, repairs, and preventive maintenance
• Maintain building accessibility, including doors, locks, lifts, lighting, and emergency systems

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, NFPA Life Safety Code, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) building requirements, and state long-term care standards
• Maintain accurate records for surveys, audits, and inspections
• Coordinate facility safety programs including fire drills, disaster preparedness, equipment testing, and emergency response planning

Preventative & Environmental Maintenance

• Develop and manage a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) Program for all facility systems and critical equipment
• Ensure safe operation of HVAC, refrigeration, water heaters, generators, and mechanical systems
• Monitor environmental systems such as air quality, water temperature, and building sanitation

Budgeting & Vendor Management

• Manage maintenance budgets, supply inventory, and capital improvement planning
• Oversee external vendors, contractors, and service agreements
• Request bids and ensure cost‑effective completion of repairs and projects

Documentation & Technical Competence

• Read and interpret technical schematics, manuals, building plans, and compliance documentation
• Maintain detailed logs, inspection reports, life-safety documentation, and regulatory files
• Utilize maintenance management systems (digital or paper-based) for tracking work orders and PM schedules

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in maintenance, plant operations, or facilities management
• Long‑term care facility experience required
• Strong knowledge of building systems (MEP, HVAC, boilers, generators, life-safety systems)
• Understanding of regulatory standards for skilled nursing facilities
• Ability to troubleshoot, prioritize, and manage complex maintenance tasks
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

What We Offer

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Next-day pay options for financial flexibility
• A collaborative leadership environment where your work makes a meaningful impact

Hillside Plaza - East Side of Cleveland

Rooted in the Community: Hillside Plaza is a vital part Cleveland's east side, offering compassionate care and building lasting relationships with residents and families throughout the area.

Our Mission: “Our Family Caring for Yours” means treating every team member like family. We believe in creating a supportive, respectful, and growth-oriented environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

What We Offer Employees:

• A strong sense of purpose and community
• Opportunities to grow your career in skilled nursing, assisted living, rehab, long-term care, and hospice
• Full-time nurse practitioner support and interdisciplinary collaboration
• A workplace that values your unique contributions and encourages continuous learning

We See You as a Whole Person: Just like our residents, our team members have physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs. We're committed to supporting your well-being and helping you succeed.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants for positions without the regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, or non-job related handicap or disability.