Maintenance & Housekeeping Director

Join Our Team as a Plant Operations Director!

Are you a hands-on, solution-driven leader with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Marycrest Assisted Living is looking for a Plant Operations Director to oversee the maintenance, safety, and physical integrity of our senior living community. If you're ready to take pride in creating a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment, we want YOU on our team!

At Marycrest Assisted Living, we’re all about making lives better—whether it’s for our residents, their families, or the incredible people who work with us (that’s you!). We live our values of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor® every single day.

What You’ll Do (AKA: Your Superpowers)

Keep the Building Running Like a Well-Oiled Machine:

· Manage all aspects of building maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.

· Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed and repairs are completed efficiently.

· Maintain equipment logs, safety records, and vendor documentation.

Lead & Empower the Maintenance Team:

· Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise maintenance staff and housekeeping (if applicable).

· Provide ongoing coaching and support to create a responsive, safety-focused team.

· Promote a culture of ownership, pride in work, and high standards of cleanliness and care.

Ensure Safety & Compliance:

· Oversee life safety systems, including fire alarms, generators, and emergency preparedness.

· Conduct regular inspections and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

· Partner with community leadership to maintain readiness for surveys, audits, and emergency drills.

Support Resident Comfort & Satisfaction:

· Ensure resident apartments and common areas are maintained to the highest standard.

· Respond promptly to maintenance requests with a service-first mindset.

· Help create a welcoming, functional, and safe environment that residents and families can count on.

Collaborate Across Departments:

· Work closely with nursing, dining, housekeeping, and other departments to support facility needs.

· Participate in capital planning, budgeting, and vendor negotiations for facility projects.

· Assist with move-ins, renovations, and room turnovers as needed.

What You Bring to the Table (Besides Your Toolbelt)

Education & Licensure:

· High school diploma or equivalent required; trade or technical certification preferred.

· Valid driver's license required; HVAC, electrical, or other certifications a plus.

Experience & Leadership:

· 3–5 years of building maintenance experience, preferably in healthcare or senior living.

· Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

· Working knowledge of building systems, construction, maintenance procedures, and OSHA standards.

· Strong organizational and troubleshooting skills.

· Comfort using work order systems and technology for scheduling and tracking.

Professional Traits:

· A service-first attitude and a commitment to quality.

· Calm under pressure, proactive, and dependable.

Perks & Benefits (Because You Deserve It!)

· Competitive pay & opportunity for advancement

· Paid time off & holiday pay

· Health, dental & vision insurance for eligible team members

· On-the-job training and career development

· A supportive, mission-driven team that appreciates your hard work

Join Our Team – Here’s How the Process Works:

Apply Online: Submit your resume and let us know why you’re a great fit.

Phone Screening: A recruiter will contact qualified candidates within 24–48 hours.

First Interview: Meet with our leadership team and tour the community.

Skills Assessment: Show us your know-how through a job-relevant task or walkthrough.

Final Interview: Have a final conversation with the team you’ll be working with.

Offer & Onboarding: If it’s a great match, we’ll welcome you to the team and start your journey!

Marycrest Assisted Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.