Maintenance Director
Come join the ONELIFE Senior Living team! We are looking for compassionate and dedicated team members with a common purpose of making a difference in the lives of seniors.
The Laurel at Vernon Hills Memory Care, located in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a professional, and customer-oriented Maintenance Director to oversee the maintenance, repairs, and safety compliance for our community.
We offer competitive wages with opportunities to grow! Training available for qualified candidates.
Maintenance Director "Physical Plant Director"
Responsibilities of the Physical Plant Director
- Exhibits leadership qualities and communicates professionally with employees, residents, family members, responsible parties, and other healthcare professionals.
 - Manages the day-to-day maintenance and operational needs of a 24/7 senior living community.
 - Oversee and manage the proper operation of all equipment, mechanical, and grounds systems.
 - Implement preventative and predictive maintenance for the physical plant and community vehicles as scheduled and needed.
 - Ensure that the property grounds are regularly monitored for the safety and wellbeing of residents, employees, and visitors.
 - Manages housekeeping department.
 - Responsible for scheduling staff, supply purchasing, budgetary forecasting, and compliance.
 - Coordinates and documents the community Safety Committee meetings.
 - Plans, budgets, and schedules modifications, including estimates on equipment, labor, materials, and other related costs.
 - Ensure residents are provided privacy, respect, and dignity.
 - Follows standard precautions and infection control procedures.
 - Completes state required training upon hire and annually.
 
- Participates in new employee orientation and monthly in-services.
 
Required Experience
- Possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.
 - A minimum of two (2) years’ hands-on experience as maintenance supervisor in multi-residence or similar setting is preferred.
 - Strong knowledge of building systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems is preferred.
 - Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
 - Familiarity with safety regulations, codes, and compliance requirements is preferred.
 - Basic computer skills.
 - Must be able to speak, read, and write in the English language.
 
Job Type
- Full Time
 
Benefits
- A benefit package is offered to full-time employees.
 - Supplemental insurance plans are available including pet insurance.
 - Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
 - Employee Assistance Program
 - Health Advocate Program
 - Employee Discount Program
 
The Laurel at Vernon Hills Memory Care is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check and a comprehensive reference check.