Director of Maintenance

Salary

Up to $66,000 / year

Overview

Director of Maintenance Opportunity!

 

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for keeping operations running smoothly and safely? Elderwood at Hamburg is seeking a Director of Maintenance to lead our facility's physical plant operations and ensure our environment remains safe, functional, and welcoming for residents and staff.

 

As a key member of our leadership team, you'll oversee all building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical), manage preventive maintenance, supervise contractors and staff, and ensure compliance with Life Safety and environmental regulations. You’ll also take ownership of inventory, record-keeping, and the ongoing enhancement of our facility and grounds.

 

Director of Maintenance Position Overview:

• Lead all maintenance and life safety efforts across facility and grounds

• Manage TELS preventive maintenance system and vendor coordination

• Perform or delegate repairs in carpentry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and more

• Supervise and develop maintenance staff

• Co-chair our Safety Committee and support emergency preparedness drills

• Collaborate with leadership to identify and address facility needs

• Ensure all work aligns with regulatory, safety, and quality standards

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of facilities or maintenance experience, preferably in healthcare

• Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes, OSHA, and NFPA

• Supervisory experience with ability to train and lead a small team

• Hands-on skills in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC

• Tech-savvy with ability to manage work through digital systems (TELS, inventory software)

• High school diploma or equivalent; valid driver’s license required

Why Elderwood at Hamburg?

• You’ll be joining a skilled and supportive leadership team, working in a well-established facility with strong ties to the community. If you take pride in your work, enjoy solving problems, and are ready to take ownership of building operations, we’d love to meet you.

 

Apply today and help us maintain an exceptional environment for care and community at Elderwood at Hamburg.

 

Responsibilities

Director of Maintenance

• Plans, directs, and supervises maintenance program for assigned facility. 
• Schedules maintenance or repair, replacement and new installations of equipment and power plant machinery.
• Performs duties involving maintenance of grounds, parking lots, driveways (including snow removal, except if performed under service contract).
• Plans and maintains records of TELS preventative maintenance system.
• Maintains records of all maintenance work performed and costs involved using the TELS system.
• Orients, instructs trains, and supervises other maintenance personnel; assigns duties and evaluates work performance.
• Ensures that residents' rights are observed and that dignity, and privacy of residents are respected.
• Requisitions supplies and equipment for use in department activities and keeps an inventory record of these items; runs reports as needed/requested.
• Coordinates work of maintenance department with other department functions so as not to interrupt resident care or normal business functions.
• Meets with Administration staff periodically to discuss maintenance needs concerning structure, equipment and grounds; and maintenance problems on an ongoing basis.
• Supervises the work performed by outside service contractors.
• Attends and leads in-service programs.
• Maintains knowledge of and observes sanitation and infection control precautions; remains alert to safety hazards to self and others.
• Maintains department costs within the parameters of the budget.
• Reviews and updates the department policies and procedures manual as needed.
• Submits various monthly reports to Administrator.
• Participates in quality assurance programs as scheduled.
• Participates as a co-chairperson in the facility Safety Committee.
• Conducts disaster drills upon request.
• May be required to drive company vehicle.
• Arrives to work on time, regularly, and work as scheduled; responsible for own transportation.
• Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.
• Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.

 

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