Maintenance Director

Job Description

Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the buildings and grounds to maintain proper care of the assigned community(s) in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards/regulations and company policies. Base pay is determined by skills and experience. Full-time associates are eligible for an annual bonus incentive and sales referral bonuses; temporary associates may participate in the company’s 401(k) program but are not benefit‑eligible.

• Directs the community maintenance, housekeeping and laundry staff, including hiring, training, evaluating performance, resolving disciplinary issues, and firing.
• Directs the maintenance and upkeep of the buildings and grounds through maintenance staff; inspects completed work for conformance to standards and policies.
• Implements preventative maintenance programs and coordinates compliance with local, state and federal building codes, SDS, OSHA, EPA regulations, and fire codes.
• Coordinates engineering contractors and vendors, ensuring insurance and licenses are current.
• Conducts regular inspections of life safety systems, including fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems.
• Coordinates annual apartment maintenance schedule and completion; oversees necessary repairs and maintenance in apartments and common areas, including refurbishment for move‑ins.
• Ensures the exterior of the property is maintained, including landscaping, snow removal, and garbage/trash removal.
• Prepares and follows approved budget; tracks utility consumption and expense files.
• Maintains inventory control for all general supplies, parts and equipment for necessary repairs and maintenance; maintains all required engineering files.
• Assesses all plumbing and electrical problems within the community and determines the best course of action to correct the problem, working within the legal scope of local and state codes.
• Reviews safety data sheets (SDS) for potential exposure to hazardous chemicals and takes necessary precautions.
• Assesses property damage and files property damage claims in accordance with company policy.
• Responds appropriately to resident or community emergencies by assisting as needed.
• Maintains office, shops and mechanical areas within company standards.

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school and a minimum of three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid State Driver’s License required for vehicle travel, as needed.
• Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department; uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems.
• Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment; has working knowledge of a functional discipline.

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including  protection and pet insurance

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

• Standing, walking, sitting, use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl
• Talk or hear
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Vision required; interaction with co‑workers, residents or vendors
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
• On‑call on an as‑needed basis
• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemicals, infectious or biological hazards
• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
• Requires travel: occasionally

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Veterans, transitioning active‑duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.