Assistant Director of Plant Operations

Assistant Director Of Plant Operations

Salary : $75,000 - $80,000

Safety Compliance REQUIRED

The Assistant Director of Plant Operations is responsible for leading the physical operations of the senior living community, including maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures that all building systems, equipment, and grounds are maintained to the highest standards, creating a safe, comfortable, and well-functioning environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Work with Director of Plant Operations in short- and long-range planning to ensure that the community and grounds are maintained in a good state of repair and that the community projects a good visual image to the community at large.

Job Duties

• Develop and implement apartment / community preventive maintenance schedule.
• Assist with budgeting and strategy for the department.
• Manage departmental budgets, including purchasing supplies and overseeing capital improvement projects.
• Ensure timely response to service requests.
• Ensure maintenance of interior and exteriors of all buildings.
• Manage daily operations of the maintenance department, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs.
• Monitor move-ins and move-outs and provide services pertinent to department.
• Advise Executive Director on maintenance schedules and progress.
• Ensure all emergency back-up systems are in good repair.
• Maintain fire drill and safety inspection reports.
• Maintain current listing of all contracted vendors.
• Maintain documentation of all repairs.
• Lead a team of plant operations staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, managing employee relations, and overseeing performance management.
• Conduct regular inspections of buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, life safety codes, and environmental standards.
• Oversee vendor relationships and coordinate contracted services such as landscaping, pest control, and equipment servicing.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to support resident move-ins, room turnovers, and community events.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations and participate in the community's emergency preparedness planning.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in facilities management or building systems preferred.

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in plant operations or facilities management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance procedures, and safety regulations.

Experience with regulatory compliance in healthcare or senior living settings preferred.

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies as needed.

Experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality environments preferred.

Certification in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or facilities management preferred

Hospitality Promises

Extraordinary Impressions drives high quality customer service experience for everyone The Clare serves. Through this : we passionately and proudly differentiate ourselves, we meet and exceed the customer's expectations, and we consistently demonstrate our service culture and recognize all who embody it.

As an employee, you pledge to abide by the 10 Hospitality Promises :