Maintenance Director

Legacy Health Services • Cleveland Heights, OH

19h

About The Position

As the Director of Maintenance, you will oversee all aspects of building operations, equipment performance, safety programs, regulatory compliance, and maintenance team leadership. This position requires strong technical expertise, excellent organizational skills, and a deep understanding of long‑term care environments, including life‑safety regulations and preventative maintenance standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in maintenance, plant operations, or facilities management
• Long‑term care facility experience required
• Strong knowledge of building systems (MEP, HVAC, boilers, generators, life‑safety systems)
• Understanding of regulatory standards for skilled nursing facilities
• Ability to troubleshoot, prioritize, and manage complex maintenance tasks
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor maintenance staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork
• Provide hands‑on support to maintenance technicians when needed
• Oversee daily operations of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), HVAC, boiler, generator, fire suppression, and security systems
• Ensure timely completion of work orders, repairs, and preventive maintenance
• Maintain building accessibility, including doors, locks, lifts, lighting, and emergency systems
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, NFPA Life Safety Code, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) building requirements, and state long‑term care standards
• Maintain accurate records for surveys, audits, and inspections
• Coordinate facility safety programs including fire drills, disaster preparedness, equipment testing, and emergency response planning
• Develop and manage a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) Program for all facility systems and critical equipment
• Ensure safe operation of HVAC, refrigeration, water heaters, generators, and mechanical systems
• Monitor environmental systems such as air quality, water temperature, and building sanitation
• Manage maintenance budgets, supply inventory, and capital improvement planning
• Oversee external vendors, contractors, and service agreements
• Request bids and ensure cost‑effective completion of repairs and projects
• Read and interpret technical schematics, manuals, building plans, and compliance documentation
• Maintain detailed logs, inspection reports, life‑safety documentation, and regulatory files
• Utilize maintenance management systems (digital or paper-based) for tracking work orders and PM schedules

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Next‑day pay options for financial flexibility
• A collaborative leadership environment where your work makes a meaningful impact

What This Job Offers

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