Senior Living Maintenance Director

The Waterford of Plano; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

PTO from day one

Employee Assistance Program

Dependent Care and Flexible Spending

Training and development opportunities

Referral bonuses

Technology to enhance resident care

Job summary

Waterford of Plano in Plano, TX is seeking a Maintenance Director to lead the upkeep and safety of our senior living community. The role combines hands-on maintenance with leadership to ensure a welcoming, well-maintained environment for residents and families.

You will oversee repairs, preventive maintenance, and grounds care, coordinate with vendors, and participate in on-call rotation. The ideal candidate brings 2+ years in similar settings and a commitment to service excellence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in maintenance in senior living or similar housing.
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, drywall, and general building maintenance.
• Experience completing apartment turns and move-in preparations preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and complete repairs independently.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs involving plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, drywall, and carpentry.
• Maintain the interior and exterior appearance of the community, including common areas and grounds.
• Complete apartment turns, move-in preparations, and refurbishments following resident move-outs.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and address maintenance concerns promptly.
• Ensure community equipment and building systems are operating safely and efficiently.
• Maintain fire safety systems and required maintenance records.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors when specialized repairs are needed.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies and participate in an on-call rotation as required.
• Build positive relationships with residents through responsive, customer-focused service.
• Promote a safe environment by identifying and correcting potential hazards.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Customer service

Problem solving

Prioritize multiple tasks

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Painting

Drywall

Carpentry

Job description

Waterford of Plano in Plano, TX is seeking a Maintenance Director to lead the upkeep and safety of our senior living community. The role combines hands-on maintenance with leadership to ensure a welcoming, well-maintained environment for residents and families.

You will oversee repairs, preventive maintenance, and grounds care, coordinate with vendors, and participate in on-call rotation. The ideal candidate brings 2+ years in similar settings and a commitment to service excellence.