Director of Environmental Services in Niles

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Niles Skilled Nursing and Rehab is seeking an experienced Director of Environmental Services to oversee the facility’s environmental services operations, and maintenance. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, clean, comfortable, and well-maintained environment for , staff, and visitors.

• Recruit, train, orient, supervise, and schedule Environmental Services department staff.

• Manage employee timekeeping, attendance, performance, and other personnel matters.

• Coordinate regularly with facility leadership regarding building operations, equipment, and maintenance needs.

• Prioritize multiple maintenance and environmental services projects while ensuring timely completion.

• Conduct or assist with facility inspections and coordinate with applicable municipal or regulatory inspectors.

• Oversee indoor and outdoor maintenance, cleanliness, and general upkeep of the facility.

• Coordinate and monitor outside vendors and service contracts while maintaining departmental expenses within budget.

• Maintain appropriate inventories of maintenance supplies, tools, parts, and equipment.

• Identify larger repair or replacement needs and assist with capital expenditure planning.

• Maintain accurate departmental records, logs, inspection documentation, and other required records.

• Assist with environmental services operations at other locations when requested by management.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Demonstrated ability to perform or oversee basic carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and general building maintenance repairs.

• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.

• Comfortable using computers and standard workplace software.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, communication, and prioritization skills.

• Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with facility leadership and department staff.

• Previous maintenance experience in a healthcare, skilled nursing, commercial, industrial, or similar environment required.

• Associate degree, trade-school certification, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required.

• Bachelor’s degree or additional education in facility management, engineering, environmental services, or a related field .

• Ability to push, pull, move, and/or lift at least 50 pounds to a height of approximately 5 feet and transport that weight for a distance of approximately 50 feet.

• Ability to walk throughout the facility and perform routine physical maintenance activities.

• Ability to safely use ladders and perform work at elevated heights, including rooftop areas when necessary.

• Ability to perform the physical duties associated with facility maintenance and environmental services operations.

• Competitive compensation

• 401(k)

• Medical insurance

• Dental and vision insurance

• coverage

• Paid time off