Plant Operations / Maintenance Director

Morningside-Corecare; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

PTO

Holidays

Wellness discount

Career development

Great culture

Job summary

Morningside of Fullerton is seeking a full-time Plant Operations Director to oversee campus care, maintenance, and transportation, and to hire, train, and supervise all plant personnel.

You will coordinate life safety, landscaping, and procurement, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance while leading a dedicated team.

This role requires 24/7 availability for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• Experience with construction and subcontractors.
• 7–10 years in plant engineering and trades.
• 5 years budgeting accountability.
• 5 years mid-level management experience.
• Knowledge of state & federal regulations including Title 22 and NFPA 101.
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication.
• Passion for excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Hires, educates, coaches maintenance and transportation staff.
• Oversees performance and resident satisfaction in the department.
• On-call 24/7 and respond to emergencies.
• Supervises landscaping, maintenance, and safety staff.
• Delegates tasks to ensure smooth materials flow.
• Sets maintenance schedules for equipment and buildings.
• Maintains emergency equipment and power systems.
• Oversees painting and refurbishing efforts.
• Maintains fire and life safety equipment; advises Executive Director.
• Manages department budget within guidelines.
• Complies with regulatory agencies including DSS, CDPH, OSHA, CMS.
• Monitors Infection Control guidelines.
• Maintains inventory reports quarterly.
• Oversees Community Capital projects.

Skills

Plant operations

Engineering knowledge

Budgeting

Management experience

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Morningside of Fullerton is hiring a full time salaried Plant Operations Director! The Plant Operations Director is responsible for overseeing the care and maintenance of all aspects of the campus; the hiring, training and supervising of all plant personnel; the coordinating of life safety, transportation, and landscaping programs; and the procuring of supplies, material and equipment.

Morningside is certified as a Great Place to Work once again & Ranked #3 in Aging Services by Forbes Magazine! Here's some of the reasons why…

• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with generous per pay period company match!
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO), Flexible Holidays, and Paid Holidays
• $2,000 a year in Tuition Assistance for full-time employees and robust Talent Development Program – we help you accelerate your career!
• Wellness program with the opportunity to earn a 30% discount on your benefit premiums!
• Great workplace culture – we have fun doing what we love!

Compensation: $105,000-$112,000 annually (DOE) plus 15% annual bonus potential

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Hires, educates, coaches all maintenance and transportation team members
• Responsible for performance management and results of department including but not limited to employee engagement and resident satisfaction.
• Responsible for being on-call 24/7 and responding to emergencies
• Supervises the performance of landscaping, maintenance and safety personnel through inspections and other quality assurance procedures.
• Delegates authority to staff for task details to facilitate smooth flow of materials and services.
• Establishes routine and preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment and buildings.
• Maintains the operation of emergency medical and power generating equipment.
• Coordinates and supervises painting and refurbishing efforts as needed across the community.
• Maintains the fire and life safety equipment in the Community.Advises and consults with the Executive Director on maintenance and repair needs concerning the building, equipment and grounds.
• Participates in the research, preparation and writing of department budget; and operates the department within budget guidelines.
• Manages and issues compliance with all local, state and Federal regulatory agencies including but not limited to Dept. of Social Services, CDPH, OSHA, CMS, local and State Fire Marshall, OSHPD, NFPA, etc.
• Monitors Infection Control Guidelines within the department.
• Maintains accurate inventory system and reports to accounting director quarterly or as needed
• Coordinates and provides oversight/leadership to Community Capital projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Thorough knowledge of plant operations and engineering. Bachelor degree in engineering or related field preferred
• Experience with construction and working with subcontractors preferred
• 7-10 years experience in plant engineering and/or trades such as plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, refrigeration, ground maintenance, masonry and maintenance
• 5 years budgeting accountability
• 5 years mid-level management experience
• State & federal regulations, Title 22, and NFPA 101: Life Safety Code knowledge required
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Must have a passion for providing excellent customer service

Why you’ll love Morningside:

Morningside is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a variety of villas and apartment homes to hundreds of residents. Full services are provided, including restaurant dining, housekeeping and laundry, maintenance services, transportation, fitness classes, wellness programs, and numerous activities. We strive to make sure our employees are reaching their goals and working in the role they enjoy. We provide the perfect environment for learning and opportunities for growth. We listen to feedback and make changes to ensure the best work environment.

Our company is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.