Director of Maintenance

Director of Maintenance Assisted Living Community

Position Title: Director of Maintenance

Department: Facilities/Maintenance

Reports To: Executive Director/Administrator

Position Summary

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for overseeing the maintenance safety security and physical operations of an assisted living community. This position ensures that the facility grounds equipment and building systems are maintained in compliance with local state and federal regulations while providing a safe comfortable and attractive environment for residents staff and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the overall maintenance and repair of the building grounds equipment and utility systems.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for HVAC plumbing electrical fire safety and mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health safety fire environmental and building regulations.
• Conduct routine inspections of the facility and identify maintenance needs.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors and vendors.
• Manage maintenance budgets purchasing and inventory control.
• Oversee emergency preparedness plans and respond to facility emergencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities inspections repairs and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure fire alarm systems sprinkler systems emergency generators and safety equipment are inspected and maintained.
• Perform or oversee repairs related to resident apartments common areas and administrative offices.
• Assist in renovation and capital improvement projects.
• Support a positive resident experience by responding promptly to maintenance requests.
• Participate in community quality assurance and safety committees.
• Ensure proper operation and security of facility access systems and building infrastructure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or degree in facilities management engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 35 years of maintenance management experience preferably in assisted living healthcare senior living or hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC plumbing electrical carpentry and building systems.
• Experience managing employees and outside contractors.
• Knowledge of OSHA life safety fire codes and healthcare regulations.
• Ability to read blueprints technical manuals and maintenance documentation.
• Proficiency with maintenance management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid drivers license may be required.

Required Skills

• Leadership and team management
• Budgeting and cost control
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Time management and organization
• Excellent communication and customer service
• Emergency response and crisis management
• Regulatory compliance knowledge

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing walking bending climbing and reaching.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Availability for after-hours emergencies and on-call responsibilities.

Key Goal: Maintain a safe secure compliant and welcoming environment that supports the health comfort and well-being of assisted living residents.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume to or apply in person at 1206 North Mildred Cortez Colorado feel free to notify Terri Schmitt at for more information.

Vista Mesa Assisted Living Facility is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

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