Manager of Plant Operations

Moldaw; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Bonus potential

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

Moldaw in Chicago seeks a Manager of Plant Operations to lead maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance across senior living facilities. Responsibilities include directing HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and grounds upkeep, and ensuring all building systems meet high standards for residents and staff.

The role also involves budgeting, staffing, and coordinating with contractors, while maintaining thorough records and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in plant operations or facilities management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance procedures, and safety regulations.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in healthcare or senior living settings preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement apartment/community preventive maintenance schedule.
• Assist with budgeting and strategy for the department.
• Ensure timely response to service requests.
• Ensure maintenance of interior and exteriors of all buildings.
• Manage daily operations of the maintenance department, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs.
• Monitor move-ins and move-outs and provide services pertinent to department.
• Advise Executive Director on maintenance schedules and progress.
• Ensure all emergency back-up systems are in good repair.
• Maintain fire drill and safety inspection reports.
• Maintain current listing of all contracted vendors.
• Maintain documentation of all repairs.
• Lead a team of plant operations staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, managing employee relations, and overseeing performance management.
• Conduct regular inspections of buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, life safety codes, and environmental standards.
• Oversee vendor relationships and coordinate contracted services such as landscaping, pest control, and equipment servicing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Emergency response

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HVAC certification

Facilities management certification

Job description

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

Manager of Plant Operations is responsible for leading the physical operations of the senior living community, including maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures that all building systems, equipment, and grounds are maintained to the highest standards, creating a safe, comfortable, and well-functioning environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

JOB DUTIES

• Develop and implement apartment/community preventive maintenance schedule.
• Assist with budgeting and strategy for the department.
• Ensure timely response to service requests.
• Ensure maintenance of interior and exteriors of all buildings.
• Manage daily operations of the maintenance department, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs.
• Monitor move-ins and move-outs and provide services pertinent to department.
• Advise Executive Director on maintenance schedules and progress.
• Ensure all emergency back-up systems are in good repair.
• Maintain fire drill and safety inspection reports.
• Maintain current listing of all contracted vendors.
• Maintain documentation of all repairs.
• Lead a team of plant operations staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, managing employee relations, and overseeing performance management.
• Conduct regular inspections of buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, life safety codes, and environmental standards.
• Oversee vendor relationships and coordinate contracted services such as landscaping, pest control, and equipment servicing.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in facilities management or building systems preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in plant operations or facilities management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance procedures, and safety regulations.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in healthcare or senior living settings preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality environments preferred.
• Certification in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or facilities management preferred

Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance - begin the 1st of the month after your start date!
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus potential
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Many roles in the community may require that we ask about your vaccination status. This could include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu and COVID-19 vaccine status.