Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager Lead with purpose. Maintain with pride. Serve those who served. Are you an experienced maintenance professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for making a difference? Join the dedicated team at Maine Veterans' Homes in beautiful Machias, where your work directly supports the comfort, safety, and well-being of Maine's veterans and their families. We are seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee all aspects of building maintenance, grounds operations, environmental safety, and regulatory compliance for our residential care community. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring our Home remains safe, functional, welcoming, and well-maintained. Why join Maine Veterans' Homes? At Maine Veterans' Homes, we believe in taking care of those who care for our residents. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Outstanding benefits include: Competitive salary MainePERS pension plan for long-term financial security Health, dental, and vision insurance Generous paid time off Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee assistance program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement opportunities Employee referral program Tapcheck – access earned wages before payday Employee discounts Ongoing training and professional development opportunities About our Machias Home Located on Maine's scenic Downeast coast, our Machias Home provides high-quality residential care services in a close-knit, mission-driven environment. Employees enjoy meaningful work, supportive leadership, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with residents, families, and coworkers. What you'll do As Facilities Manager, you will: Lead and oversee all maintenance department operations Ensure compliance with state, federal, VA, OSHA, NFPA, and life-safety regulations Maintain building systems including boilers, HVAC, fire alarm systems, emergency generators, and other critical infrastructure Direct preventive maintenance programs and inspections Manage grounds maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, and exterior upkeep Coordinate facility repairs, renovations, and contractor services Maintain required documentation, safety records, and regulatory reports Support emergency preparedness and response efforts Manage company vehicles, maintenance schedules, and related records Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives throughout the Home What we're looking for Required qualifications: Minimum of four years of experience, education, and/or training in building maintenance and repair Working knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, HVAC, boilers, groundskeeping, and general maintenance Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and preventive maintenance practices Valid Maine driver's license in good standing Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills Preferred qualifications: Experience in a nursing home, healthcare, or long-term care environment Familiarity with healthcare facility regulations and life-safety requirements Schedule & work environment This is a full-time leadership position. The Facilities Manager participates in on-call coverage and responds to urgent facility issues as needed, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays. Apply today If you're looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity where your skills help create a safe and comfortable home for Maine's veterans, we encourage you to apply today. Maine Veterans' Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Maine Veterans Home