Facilities Manager

HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE • Pasadena, MD

11d • $57,000 - $79,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of Chesapeake Health Partners, Hospice of the Chesapeake, and Partners In Care facilities, including inpatient care centers, administrative offices, and community spaces. The role oversees building systems, preventive maintenance, vendors, emergency preparedness, regulatory compliance, and capital project support, maintaining facilities to support patient comfort, staff safety, ADA accessibility, and the organization’s mission.

The position is based in Pasadena, Maryland, is full-time at 40 hours per week, and works a day shift. It is a roving role requiring a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; a company-provided vehicle is provided. The Facilities Manager provides on-call support for after-hours and weekend facility emergencies.

The role performs and oversees maintenance of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and other building systems; manages preventive maintenance and work-order documentation; monitors critical systems; and maintains facility areas, equipment, tools, and supplies. It conducts facility and grounds inspections and maintains life-safety systems and compliance documentation. The position participates in emergency preparedness and disaster recovery, supports continuity during facility or utility disruptions, assists the COO with capital projects and budgets, prepares reports and budget recommendations, coordinates contractors and vendors, and assists with building security systems.

Hospice of the Chesapeake describes its work as creating meaningful experiences for people in its communities experiencing serious advanced illness and loss, through partnerships among skilled, compassionate professionals, healthcare partners, patients, and families. Employees must be vaccinated against influenza annually and screened for tuberculosis upon hire and annually thereafter. Documented requests for religious or medical accommodations may be considered but may not be approved in all circumstances.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least three years of hands-on facility maintenance experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or general trades.
• Knowledge of building codes and environmental and safety regulations, including OSHA, NFPA 99/101, ASHRAE 170, EPA, DOT, CMS Life Safety Code, and Joint Commission standards.
• Experience supervising contractors and/or facilities staff, managing vendor contracts, and overseeing service agreements.
• Ability to monitor budgets, track expenditures, and assist with financial planning for facilities operations.
• Proficiency with facility management software, CMMS/work-order systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, compliance documentation, and vendor correspondence.
• Customer-service orientation and ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, climb, and work in varied environmental conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; the position is roving.
• Employees are required to receive annual influenza vaccination and TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter; documented religious or medical accommodation requests may be considered but may not be approved in all circumstances.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training, trade certifications, or college coursework in facilities management, engineering, or building trades.
• Healthcare or nonprofit experience.
• EPA/CFC certification for HVAC refrigerant handling, OSHA 30, Maryland Stationary Engineer’s License, CHFM, BOC, or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee maintenance of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and other building systems.
• Implement and manage the Preventive Maintenance Program, including accurate work-order and CMMS documentation.
• Monitor boilers, HVAC, and other critical systems daily; log readings, verify safe operation, and escalate issues.
• Maintain mechanical rooms, storage areas, shops, trash areas, and other workspaces in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Manage facility equipment, tools, spare parts, and supplies inventory; track warranties and service contracts.
• Inspect facilities and grounds for compliance with healthcare standards and applicable safety and environmental requirements.
• Maintain life-safety systems, including fire suppression, alarms, emergency power, and egress systems.
• Oversee testing and documentation of generators, emergency lighting, and essential utilities.
• Coordinate with Environmental Services and vendors on hazardous materials, biomedical waste, and chemical storage.
• Maintain inspection records, service logs, life-safety documentation, and compliance files for audits and surveys.
• Participate in emergency preparedness and disaster recovery planning, including fire, utility outage, and severe weather drills.
• Provide on-call support for after-hours and weekend facility emergencies and support continuity of operations during facility or utility disruptions.
• Assist the COO with planning and coordinating capital improvements, renovations, and expansions, including permitting, design review, and construction oversight.
• Monitor facility operating budgets and assist leadership with cost control and capital planning.
• Prepare written reports, incident documentation, KPI dashboards, and budget recommendations as requested.
• Supervise and coordinate external service providers and contractors, ensuring quality, safety compliance, and timely completion.
• Track vendor arrival and departure times, verify completed work, document deficiencies, and manage vendor contracts and service agreements with leadership.
• Assist with building security systems, including access controls, surveillance, and alarms, in coordination with IT and safety staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, education, and credentialing.
• Generous paid time off, including 18 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 8 paid holidays in the first year of employment with Hospice of the Chesapeake.
• Educational assistance for professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Available accident and critical illness coverage.
• Company-provided vehicle for the roving position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED