Plant Operations Director

Sonata Palm Coast • Palm Coast, FL

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About The Position

The Plant Operations Director oversees maintenance, repair, housekeeping, and the overall physical plant operations of the community, maintaining a safe, clean, attractive, and well-kept environment for residents, visitors, and team members. The role performs or coordinates building maintenance and repairs, manages preventive maintenance programs, and ensures compliance with applicable regulations and safety procedures.

The director also oversees safety initiatives, vendors and maintenance contracts, departmental budgets and expenses, and the recruitment and management of Plant Operations and Housekeeping team members. Working with community leadership and department managers, the role supports resident satisfaction, operational excellence, community events, and organizational goals. The position calls for a commitment to serving seniors with respect and compassion.

Requirements

• Previous experience in plant operations, facility maintenance, or a related leadership role.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.
• Understanding of OSHA, fire safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to serving seniors with respect and compassion.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a healthcare or senior living environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repair, housekeeping, and physical plant operations to maintain a safe, clean, attractive, and well-maintained community environment.
• Perform or coordinate building maintenance and repairs, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, HVAC, and other facility-related work.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs for building systems, equipment, grounds, and mechanical assets.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, OSHA requirements, life safety and fire safety standards, emergency preparedness, and disaster response procedures.
• Oversee community safety initiatives, resident emergency response systems, incident reporting, safety committee activities, and required safety records.
• Manage maintenance contracts, vendor relationships, landscaping services, and outsourced providers, monitoring service quality and cost effectiveness.
• Manage departmental budgets, invoices, supplies, purchased services, and labor expenses while promoting operational efficiency and responsible use of resources.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, coach, and evaluate Plant Operations and Housekeeping team members.
• Promote accountability, safety, customer service, and teamwork among department staff.
• Collaborate with community leadership and department managers to support resident satisfaction, operational excellence, community events, and organizational goals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible team members.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary disability benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed