Job Description
Job Description
Regional Maintenance Director – Skilled Nursing Facilities (Texas)
Position Summary
The Regional Maintenance Director provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and technical support for the maintenance, environmental services, and life safety programs across multiple skilled nursing facilities throughout Texas. This position partners with Executive Directors, Maintenance Directors, and regional leadership to ensure facilities are safe, compliant, well-maintained, and supportive of exceptional resident care.
Essential Responsibilities
Facilities & Maintenance Leadership
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Provide leadership and oversight for maintenance operations across multiple skilled nursing facilities.
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Support facility Maintenance Directors and maintenance staff in maintaining safe, attractive, and functional environments.
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Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs for buildings, grounds, equipment, and major building systems.
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Ensure maintenance operations support uninterrupted resident care and organizational objectives.
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Assist facilities with capital improvement planning, equipment replacement, and long-term maintenance strategies.
Regulatory Compliance & Life Safety
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Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, CMS, Texas Health and Human Services, OSHA, NFPA, and Life Safety Code requirements.
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Conduct routine facility inspections, environmental rounds, and life safety audits to identify compliance risks and operational deficiencies.
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Develop and monitor corrective action plans to address maintenance and regulatory concerns.
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Support facilities during state surveys, Life Safety Code inspections, fire marshal inspections, and accreditation reviews.
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Maintain knowledge of evolving regulatory requirements and communicate updates to facility leadership.
Building Systems Management
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Oversee maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire alarm, sprinkler, emergency power, medical gas (where applicable), and other critical building systems.
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Monitor preventive maintenance schedules and ensure timely completion of required inspections, testing, and documentation.
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Assist facilities in managing vendor relationships, contractor performance, and major repair projects.
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Evaluate facility infrastructure and recommend improvements that enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability.
Emergency Preparedness & Safety
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Support facility emergency preparedness programs, disaster planning, and business continuity efforts.
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Ensure required emergency equipment, generators, fire protection systems, and safety devices are properly maintained and tested.
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Assist facilities with emergency response planning and post-event recovery activities.
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Promote workplace safety and compliance with OSHA standards and organizational safety initiatives.
Qualifications
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Minimum of five years of progressive maintenance leadership experience in healthcare, skilled nursing, senior living, hospitals, or other regulated facilities.
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Multi-facility or regional maintenance management experience preferred.
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Comprehensive knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, generators, fire protection systems, and building maintenance operations.
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Strong understanding of CMS regulations, NFPA Life Safety Code, OSHA standards, Texas healthcare regulations, and emergency preparedness requirements.
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Experience preparing facilities for regulatory surveys and life safety inspections.
Travel Requirements
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Ability to travel extensively throughout Texas to support assigned skilled nursing facilities.
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Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
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Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to travel frequently by automobile and, when necessary, by air.
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Ability to walk extensively throughout healthcare facilities, including mechanical rooms, rooftops, and outdoor areas.
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Ability to climb ladders, navigate stairs, and inspect building systems.
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Ability to lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
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Ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions as needed.