Director of Facilities

Westminster Communities of Florida•Bradenton, FL

10d•$100,360 - $118,071•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Facilities manages and coordinates the maintenance and day-to-day operations of the physical structures and grounds for the community. This role involves recruiting, supervising, evaluating, and managing all maintenance and grounds personnel. The position is full-time and located at Westminster Bradenton, a continuing care retirement community.

Requirements

Knowledge of plant maintenance including building and grounds repair.
Good communication skills, orally and written.
Computer literate – MS Office Suite and the ability to use office equipment.
Experience reading and interpreting federal, state and local codes and requirements, drawings, diagrams, schematics and operation manuals.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and conduct inspections.
Ability to ensure timely completion of projects to established expectations.
Ability to develop budgets and maintain expenses within budget guidelines.
Ability to supervise and train assigned staff including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with staff members and residents.
Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience in the operation, troubleshooting, and oversight of critical building systems in a healthcare and residential environment, particularly in assisted living and memory care settings.
Experience with large-format commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, including chillers, cooling towers, boilers, VAV systems, heat pumps, and energy management systems.
Strong understanding of domestic water supply, sanitary systems, backflow prevention, grease traps, and medical-grade water applications.
Familiarity with commercial-grade electrical infrastructure, including emergency backup generators, transfer switches, low-voltage systems, lighting controls, and resident-specific safety accommodations.
Experience with fire alarm, sprinkler, and suppression systems, as well as fire doors, emergency lighting, and exit signage.
Understanding of fire prevention protocols and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code) compliance for healthcare occupancies.
Knowledge of touchpoint sanitation protocols, air filtration, and environmental infection control procedures aligned with CDC and AHCA standards.
Familiarity with negative/positive pressure room operation and UV-C disinfection technology where applicable.
Skilled in general repair, painting, flooring, and furniture restoration.
Oversight of roofing systems, building envelope maintenance, parking lot upkeep, and trip hazard mitigation in compliance with ADA requirements.
Ability to coordinate maintenance and inspections of specialized equipment used in memory care and assisted living, including nurse call systems, wandering prevention systems, elevators, and mobility-assist devices.
Familiarity with AHCA, OSHA, and local building codes.
Ability to maintain documentation and schedules for preventive maintenance programs, inspections, and capital improvement projects.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree in a maintenance related field preferred or equivalent experience
10 years in Supervision of Maintenance in a retirement community or property management environment that operates multiple units.

Responsibilities

Supervises staff, including interviewing, selection, training, motivation, wage and salary administration, performance appraisal, and managing policies and procedures.
Manages renovations and major projects at the community level and assists the MSS – Construction Dept with all major projects.
Manages all contractors and vendors performing repairs, maintenance, or projects.
Manages and maintains monthly fire and disaster drills and monitors water temperature levels.
Responsible for the maintenance and proper operations of major equipment (e.g., boiler, A/C units, generators) and buildings.
Prepares and plans the Maintenance Department’s budget and submits it to the Executive Director for review and approval.
Coordinates Maintenance services and activities with other related departments and/or residents.