Director of Plant Operations
About The Position
Nestled at the base of Cougar Mountain is a senior living community in Issaquah, Washington unlike any other in the East Seattle area: Timber Ridge at Talus. When our community of well-traveled, outdoor-loving seniors aren’t visiting other parts of the world, you’ll find them socializing over dinner, hiking a nearby trail or just enjoying the spectacular views. As the area’s first Silver LEED-certified Life Plan Community, our campus and natural setting reflects our residents’ love of the Pacific Northwest. You won't find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. We are currently looking for an experienced, hospitality focused, Director of Plant Operations to oversee all of our maintenance and security functions at the community. If you are looking for a different experience in Plant Operations and Healthcare this is the position for you! As Director of Plant Operations, you would be responsible for overseeing the functionality and safety of the community to protect the well-being of all residents and team members in the communities continuing effort to deliver outstanding service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
Requirements
- Experience: 3–5+ years in plant operations, maintenance, or engineering, often with preference for direct experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality.
- Leadership: Proven experience managing maintenance teams, vendors, and contracted services.
- Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and safety systems.
- Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, life safety codes, and state regulations related to senior housing.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor’s degree in engineering or facility management is preferred.
- Skills & Certifications: Excellent communication skills, basic computer proficiency (e.g., MS Office, maintenance software), and potential need for a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) license.
Nice To Haves
- Certifications Preferred: Certified Maintenance Manager (CMM), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), or similar.
Responsibilities
- Directing and overseeing the functionality and safety of the facility, including, but not limited to, physical buildings, mechanical equipment, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems, life safety systems and grounds according to federal, state and local regulations
- Conduct facility inspections and direct general construction and the installation, maintenance and repair of all electrical, mechanical and architectural systems throughout the facility to ensure operational efficiency and safety
- Assign, verify and document completion of all routine maintenance and repairs in the property maintenance management system
- Communicates with city/county/state officials to ensure the proper maintenance of permits and licenses, to coordinate required inspections and to ensure full compliance with codes, regulations and safety standards.
- Assists in the execution of capital projects and property rehabilitations
- Assist in monitoring and developing team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations, providing professional development and delivering recognition and reward
- Recruit, interview and train team members
- Leads special projects, as needed
- Understands budgeting and capital expenditure spread sheets
- Annual Inspection by city state and federal authorities
- Familiar on how to conduct Tornado and fire drills
- Understands Fire alarm panel –operations and functions
- Knowledge of Life Safety Codes
- Coordinate move ins and move outs in partnership with the Sales team
- Experience with muti stage boiler systems
- Complete understanding of 4 pipe HVAC systems
- Ability to manage multiple capital O&M projects at the same time
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Now Offering DailyPay!
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account
- Employee assistance program
- PTO and eight paid holidays
- Pet insurance and employee discounts (including wireless plan and retail discounts)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free Lyft rides if needed, to and from the Issaquah Transit Center.
- Free Underground parking
- Free meals
- Your personal and professional growth is important to us, so we provide continual professional training and career advancement opportunities.
- You will enjoy being part of a great team in a fun, engaging work environment!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
High school or GED
