Director of Plant Operations & Maintenance

A Skilled Nursing Facility is hiring a Full-Time Director of Environmental Services in the Albany, NY area.

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Environmental Services and Maintenance Department to keep the facility clean, safe, and fully operational.

• Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance procedures that meet company policies, OSHA guidelines, and industry standards.

• Create staff schedules and assign daily work, including preventive maintenance tasks and work orders, to ensure all areas of the facility are properly maintained.

• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate EVS and maintenance team members to promote high performance and accountability.

• Perform routine inspections of the facility and its HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire/sprinkler systems to ensure quality and safety standards are consistently met.

• Troubleshoot and complete repairs on building systems within scope, and coordinate outside contractors for specialized or licensed work.

• Monitor and maintain inventory levels for cleaning supplies, maintenance parts, and equipment, placing orders as needed.

• Work closely with department leaders to support facility operations, and keep current with best practices and regulatory requirements for environmental services, maintenance, and life safety.

• Previous supervisory or management experience in Environmental Services, Housekeeping, Maintenance, or a related field.

• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire/sprinkler systems, with hands-on troubleshooting and basic repair experience.

• Strong understanding of commercial cleaning methods, OSHA regulations, infection control, and safety practices, including lockout/tagout.

• Experience with hard floor care, including stripping, waxing, buffing, and maintaining floors.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail. Experience in a healthcare, rehabilitation, hospital, or long-term care setting is strongly preferred.

This position is with a well-established healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care and service to its residents. The facility offers a supportive work environment, modern amenities, and a collaborative leadership team focused on quality and excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V

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