Maintenance Director

Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Location: Urbandale, IA

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday (40 hours per week)

Rate: Negotiable (based on experience)

Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced and dependable Maintenance Director to lead and actively support the maintenance operations of our skilled nursing facility. This is a working director role, responsible for both departmental leadership and hands-on maintenance tasks to ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Position Overview

The Maintenance Director plans, organizes, and directs the overall operation of the Maintenance Department while also performing routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance duties. This role requires strong technical skills, leadership ability, and a proactive approach to facility upkeep in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight

• Plan, organize, and direct the Maintenance Department in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Develop and follow preventive maintenance schedules and facility maintenance plans
• Coordinate maintenance activities with nursing and other departments, particularly in resident care areas
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental controls, and facility policies
• Participate in on-call rotation, including weekends and holidays as needed
  
  
  

Hands-On Maintenance Duties

• Perform routine and corrective maintenance including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, and general repairs
• Repair and maintain facility structures such as walls, baseboards, doors, ceilings, windows, mirrors, and fixtures
• Replace light bulbs, including overhead and exit lights
• Move and arrange furniture as needed to complete maintenance tasks
• Assist with terminal cleaning of resident rooms upon transfer, discharge, or death
• Maintain grounds, parking areas, and driveways by trimming, sweeping, policing, and general upkeep
• Respond promptly to unscheduled or emergency maintenance issues
• Support and actively participate in the Preventative Maintenance Program
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience, preferably in a supervisory or leadership capacity
• Experience in a healthcare, skilled nursing, or long-term care environment preferred
• Training in environmental control practices and procedures preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while also leading departmental operations
  
  
  

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid group life insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance and short-term disability
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick)
  
  
  

Education Assistance – New Benefit

• Up to $5,250 per year toward tuition reimbursement*
• Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of a non-federal nursing student loan*
• Benefits, bonuses, and compensation plans vary based on state law, job classification, location, and length of service.
  
  
  

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Join Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and play a vital role in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and high-quality environment for our residents.

Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.