Maintenance Director Independent Living

Watersound Fountains•Inlet Beach, FL

15h

About The Position

Watermark Retirement Communities is seeking a Maintenance Director for its Independent Living community. The role oversees the community’s building systems, safety, regulatory compliance, maintenance staff, repairs, capital replacements, expenses, and projects. The director must understand emergency systems and make sound decisions regarding their maintenance and integrity, while planning strategically and managing, supervising, and educating staff. The position includes maintaining and overseeing repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the community, monitoring outside contractors, arranging fire drills, maintaining safety documentation, and developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs for buildings and equipment.

Requirements

In-depth technical understanding of repairs and preventative maintenance for heating systems, plumbing, environmental systems, general repairs, and construction.
Knowledge of building systems, safety standards, state and federal compliance regulations, and emergency systems.
Excellent communication skills.
Valid New York State license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
Ability to prioritize demands, lead a team, and make sound decisions.
Strong sense of urgency.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Computer skills, including Word, Excel, and other online systems.
Fiscally responsible.

Responsibilities

Oversee and provide maintenance for the entire community.
Maintain building repairs and manage capital item replacements, expenses, and projects.
Monitor and evaluate outside contractors.
Arrange fire drills and maintain safety documentation.
Develop and implement building and equipment preventative maintenance programs.
Manage, supervise, and educate staff.
Maintain building systems and emergency systems in accordance with safety standards and state and federal compliance regulations.