Maintenance Director

Maintenance Director

Modena Reserve at Bethesda
Full-Time | On-Site

About Solera Senior Living

At Solera, we are grounded in our Core Values of Compassion, Commitment, Communication, Creativity, and Celebration, and we are dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for our residents and team members every day.

This is an opportunity to join a highly engaged leadership team that values collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• 401(k) with company match

• Growth and career development opportunities

• Supportive leadership and team-oriented culture

Position Summary

The Maintenance Director is responsible for leading all maintenance and facilities operations within our senior living community. This hands‑on leadership role ensures a safe, well‑maintained, and welcoming environment for residents, guests, and team members while overseeing preventive maintenance programs, regulatory compliance, and a high‑performing maintenance team.

Reporting to the Executive Director, this role partners closely with department leaders to support daily operations and resident satisfaction.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Administration

• Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate maintenance and housekeeping team members

• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and corrective action as needed

• Recommend merit increases, disciplinary actions, and staffing changes in accordance with company policy

• Participate in leadership and stand‑up meetings; collaborate across departments

• Prepare and manage budgets for supplies, equipment, and staffing

Facilities & Preventive Maintenance

• Develop and oversee preventive maintenance programs for HVAC, elevators, fire/life safety systems, appliances, and building equipment

• Ensure all work orders and maintenance requests are completed timely and documented accurately

• Maintain resident apartments, common areas, grounds, storage areas, and mechanical spaces to Solera standards

• Keep maintenance and housekeeping areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety requirements

Technical & Skilled Duties

• Electrical:
Troubleshoot and repair lighting, outlets, switches, and control devices

• Plumbing:
Repair leaks, faucets, showers, toilets, and drainage systems

• HVAC:
Address basic heating and cooling issues, change filters, and monitor system performance

• Carpentry & Painting:
Patch drywall, repair doors and hardware, and perform interior/exterior painting

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations

• Support inspections, audits, and corrective action plans

• Maintain accurate documentation for inspections, repairs, and vendor work

• Respond to emergencies and participate in an on‑call rotation as required

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of maintenance or facilities leadership experience (senior living, multifamily, hospitality, or healthcare preferred)

• Proven experience supervising and developing maintenance teams

• Strong knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, and safety standards

• Budgeting and vendor management experience preferred

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills

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