Director of Facilities (Senior Living)

About the role

As the Director of Facilities, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

Position Highlights

• Community Name: Discovery Commons Hobe Sound
• Status: Full-Time
• Schedule: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM; On-Call for Emergencies
• Rate of Pay: $67,000 – $68,000 Base + 10% Annual Bonus

What You’ll Do

• Manage the daily maintenance and facility operations of the community, ensuring systems and equipment are functioning effectively and safely
• Develop and execute a preventative maintenance program in compliance with regulatory standards and company policies
• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate maintenance staff and, where applicable, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation teams
• Ensure operational performance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire panels, and emergency response systems
• Oversee vendor contracts, service agreements, and capital improvement projects, ensuring quality and timeliness
• Maintain departmental budgets, track expenses, and contribute to capital planning and cost controls
• Conduct apartment and unit inspections prior to new resident occupancy
• Assist with capital projects, renovations, and refurbishments to maintain a high-quality environment
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing life safety, maintenance, and environmental standards
• Participate in the Safety Committee and disaster preparedness planning
• Prepare departmental budgets, review variances, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Respond promptly to after-hours emergencies and provide on-call support as required
• Foster a service-first, resident-centered culture within all facility operations

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Bachelor’s/Technical degree in a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance leadership or supervisory experience in senior living, or 5 years of related leadership experience outside of senior living
• HVAC certification, licensure, or equivalent training strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, plumbing, fire panels, and emergency response systems
• Experience managing housekeeping, laundry, and/or transportation operations preferred (varies by community)
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs
• Experience managing vendor contracts and capital projects
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with TELS or other work order management systems
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building abilities
• Availability for after-hours emergency calls