Director, Facilities Maintenance

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Full time

Facilities

30 Gove Street - Lyman School

We are seeking a Director, Facilities Maintenance to oversee all building and grounds maintenance operations. This role includes supervising electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general repairs; implementing preventive maintenance programs; managing budgets and vendor contracts; and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (OSHA, NFPA, Joint Commission). The position also involves leading maintenance staff, coordinating projects, preparing financial reports, and developing emergency response plans.

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential.

• Supervise and coordinate all maintenance activities for buildings and grounds, including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general repairs.
• Schedule regular inspections of facilities and equipment to prevent and identify potential issues.
• Develop and manage useful life equipment reports.
• Minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency during maintenance and repair activities.
• Develop and implement a preventive maintenance program via a computerized maintenance management system to ensure the reliability of facilities.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with external service vendors and contractors to ensure compliance with facility standards.
• Manage maintenance budgets, including labor and materials, while seeking cost‑effective solutions without compromising quality.
• Lead and train maintenance staff, promoting a culture of safety and collaboration.
• Coordinate with department stakeholders to prioritize maintenance requests and projects.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, inventory, and compliance documentation.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of facilities, including maintenance related to building infrastructure and life safety, security, supply chain, and housekeeping services.
• Develop facilities policies and procedures.
• Developed and managed facilities condition reports for property portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and safety protocols, including Department of Public Health standards, OSHA, NFPA, and Joint Commission requirements.
• Prepare for and facilitate regulatory inspections, including upkeep of daily logs and reporting as required by Joint Commission.
• Develop and manage the facilities budget to track expenses and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts for facility-related expenditures.
• Manage minor facility improvement and renovation projects, from planning through execution.
• Ensure contractors and vendors quality and timely completion of project.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for facility-related incidents.
• Conduct drills and training to ensure staff readiness for emergencies.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering. Preferred in the mechanical field.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities/maintenance management, preferably in a healthcare setting.

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate ability to solve complex technical problems. A strong working knowledge of building…