Maintenance Director

Meadowbrook at Bloomer • Bloomer, WI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Director plans, organizes, and oversees facility maintenance operations and supervises the Housekeeping Department. The role helps ensure the building, equipment, and resident areas meet appropriate safety, sanitation, and comfort standards. The Director leads staff, prioritizes facility needs, coordinates repairs and vendors, and responds to emergencies, working closely with the Administrator and other department leaders to support the facility’s daily operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years of supervisory experience in maintenance, plant operations, or a related role; preferred or required by facility standards.
• Working knowledge of building maintenance practices and mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.
• Knowledge of building codes, safety requirements, preventive maintenance, and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work, solve problems, make independent decisions, and lead staff effectively.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to work respectfully with residents, families, employees, vendors, and visitors.
• Ability to use basic documentation and recordkeeping systems and maintain accurate maintenance and supply records.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to respond to on-call emergencies and work outside normal business hours, including weekends or holidays, when needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Maintenance Department operations, including planning, organizing, assigning, and monitoring work.
• Supervise the Housekeeping Department, including staff direction, scheduling, attendance coverage, assignments, and follow-up on cleaning and sanitation standards.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair facility buildings, grounds, equipment, and mechanical systems; complete routine repairs within the scope of experience and training.
• Develop, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance schedules, logs, inspection records, and other required documentation.
• Identify issues requiring specialized service; obtain bids, secure approvals, and coordinate or supervise contractors and repair projects.
• Monitor building safety, fire protection, emergency preparedness, evacuation procedures, and related documentation.
• Coordinate maintenance and housekeeping activities with Nursing, Dietary, Activities, and other departments to minimize disruption to resident care.
• Monitor supplies and equipment, maintain inventory records, and order supplies within purchasing guidelines and approved budgets.
• Maintain a safe, clean, sanitary, and comfortable environment and follow infection prevention, hazardous-material handling, and workplace safety procedures.
• Participate in facility inspections and surveys, address identified deficiencies, and communicate plans or recommendations to the Administrator.
• Provide leadership, training, coaching, and performance feedback to department staff; support recruitment and onboarding as needed.
• Prepare reports, maintain records of department activities and expenses, and assist with maintenance budget planning.
• Remain on-call and respond as needed to building, environmental, equipment, weather-related, or other facility emergencies.
• Perform other related duties as needed to support safe and effective facility operations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Supportive working environment and culture.

What This Job Offers

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