Maintenance Director

Cogir Senior Living•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Maintenance Director is responsible for the community’s day-to-day physical plant operations and for ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role maintains the building’s structural integrity and handles general upkeep and maintenance issues, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, major appliances, and amenities. The director manages preventative maintenance programs and supervises facility department staff. The position also coordinates inspections and repairs, supports resident and community emergencies, and works with the Executive Director on competitive bids and maintenance-related expenses. The Maintenance Director is expected to provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with residents, team members, vendors, and management.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least 3 years of experience managing apartments, senior living communities, hotels, or large complex maintenance.
Experience with HVAC, electrical work, drywall repair and texturing, carpentry, plumbing, painting, and general maintenance.
Ability to use general maintenance tools, supplies, and equipment.
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and be available on call 24/7 for maintenance-related community emergencies.
Excellent communication skills and a customer service mindset.
Valid state driver's license.
Positive team-player mentality and passion for serving seniors.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher from a college or technical school.
At least 1–2 years of supervisory or management experience, including staff hiring and supervision, scheduling, budgeting, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

Use general maintenance equipment, including hand tools, ladders, refrigerant recovery units, landscaping equipment, and required safety equipment.
Organize and prioritize service requests and ensure repairs are completed correctly and on time.
Inspect grounds, buildings, and other community features daily to minimize liability concerns and maintain curb appeal.
Perform turnkey work as required and ensure vacant units are promptly ready.
Maintain customer service relationships and communicate effectively with residents, team members, vendors, and management.
Work with the Executive Director to obtain competitive bids for maintenance-related expenses.
Understand and adhere to budget guidelines.
Purchase supplies and vendor services using standard purchase order systems and proper bidding procedures.
Monitor inventory of parts and supplies.
Hire, train, and manage Maintenance Technicians and housekeeping staff.
Respond to resident and community emergencies.
Coordinate compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, SDS, OSHA, EPA regulations, and fire codes.
Conduct regular inspections, identify needs, and execute corrections.
Manage preventative maintenance programs and oversee day-to-day physical plant operations.