Director of Maintenance

Silverado•Glendale, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Silverado North Shore in Glendale, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services, is hiring a Director of Plant Operations. This role is a proactive and hands-on leader responsible for ensuring the community’s physical environment is safe, well-maintained, and welcoming for residents, families, and associates. The ideal candidate is a skilled operations professional with deep expertise in maintenance and facilities management, taking pride in creating safe, functional, and beautiful spaces that support exceptional care. This role requires integrity and collaboration across departments to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in hospital or institutional settings
High school diploma, GED, or educational equivalent required
Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical repairs, general maintenance, laundry, and housekeeping procedures
Effective communicator in verbal and written English
Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards
Comfortable working in an environment with animals and pets

Nice To Haves

Preferred 1 year of experience supervising others, including coaching, performance feedback, and team collaboration

Responsibilities

Oversee all functions required to keep the physical facility in good repair and safe for residents, staff, and visitors
Negotiate and manage contracts with outside vendors and service providers
Support laundry and housekeeping operations as needed
Supervise maintenance staff and ensure timely completion of work orders
Respond to emergency maintenance needs and ensure compliance with safety standards
Collaborate with other departments to support community operations
May be required to work outside of regular hours depending on business needs