Maintenance Manager

Sedgebrook Senior Living in Lincolnshire is recruiting for a strong, forward thinking leader to join their team!

Salary: $80,000  - $90,000 plus bonus opportunity 

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for keeping our community safe, well-maintained, and fully compliant with all federal, state, and local regulations. This role leads all maintenance operations, oversees the physical plant, manages staff and budgets, and ensures a high-quality environment for residents, guests, and employees.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the daily maintenance of buildings, grounds, equipment, and systems to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
• Lead, hire, train, and supervise maintenance, landscaping, and painter staff
• Ensure compliance with life safety, OSHA, emergency preparedness, and other regulatory requirements
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, capital plans, and vendor contracts
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, refurbishments, and emergency response
• Partner with leadership, residents, and other departments to support community operations
• Implement policies, procedures, and quality controls to improve efficiency and service
• Prepare staff for growth through training and succession planning

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Health, Dental & Vision) - Benefits package beginning the 1st of the month following your hire date
• 401K with Company Match
• Employee Meal Program
• Child Care Discount with KinderCare
• Back up Child Care
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Life/AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Re-imbursement
• Indoor Garage Parking for Employees
• Flexible Hours
• Free In-house Gym Membership

Who We’re Looking For

• Strong leadership and hands-on maintenance experience
• Knowledge of building systems, safety regulations, and preventive maintenance
• Ability to manage budgets, vendors, and multiple priorities
• Commitment to service excellence and teamwork
• Understands the importance of data to help drive better processes
• High School education required with thorough knowledge of plant operations and engineering. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Certification in HVAC or related field preferred.  
• At least five years’ experience in plant engineering and/or trades such as plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, refrigeration, masonry or maintenance. Three years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to read, and interpret general business periodicals, or governmental regulations. Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to effectively communicate with and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and the public.
• Previous experience in the health care field and/or with an elderly population preferred. Knowledge of fire safety and MSDS training also preferred.