Maintenance Director

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Director

Vivo Healthcare Gateway – 120-Bed Skilled Nursing Facility
Location: Florida

Vivo Healthcare Gateway is seeking an experienced Maintenance Director to oversee all plant operations, life safety compliance, and environmental services support for our 120-bed skilled nursing facility in Florida. This leadership role is critical in ensuring full compliance with AHCA regulations, Florida Administrative Code (Chapter 59A-4), CMS Conditions of Participation, and NFPA Life Safety Code standards .

We are looking for a hands-on leader with strong healthcare maintenance experience and survey readiness expertise.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Director is responsible for directing the facility’s physical plant operations, ensuring a safe, functional, and regulatory-compliant environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The role oversees preventative maintenance, emergency preparedness systems, and life safety compliance in accordance with federal and Florida state regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with:

  • Florida AHCA regulations

  • Florida Administrative Code 59A-4 (Nursing Home Requirements)

  • CMS Conditions of Participation

  • NFPA 101 Life Safety Code & NFPA 99

  • OSHA standards

• Maintain and document required testing of:

  • Fire alarm systems

  • Sprinkler systems

  • Fire drills

  • Emergency lighting

  • Fire doors

  • Emergency generators (including monthly load testing & annual 4-hour tests per Florida requirements)

• Oversee hurricane preparedness and emergency preparedness program compliance

• Maintain water management plan (Legionella prevention)

• Direct preventative maintenance program for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems

• Ensure facility is in continuous survey readiness

• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and Life Safety documentation binders

• Supervise maintenance staff and coordinate contracted vendors

• Oversee grounds maintenance and environmental safety

• Manage department budget and control expenses

• Participate in QAPI and safety committee meetings

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of maintenance leadership experience in a Florida skilled nursing facility or healthcare setting

• Strong working knowledge of AHCA survey process

• Demonstrated experience with Life Safety surveys

• Knowledge of emergency generator requirements specific to Florida SNFs

• Experience managing hurricane preparedness protocols

• Supervisory experience required

• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred

• CFC certification (preferred but not required)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance in Florida long-term care

• Excellent organizational and documentation skills

• Proactive problem-solving ability

• Strong leadership and team development skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with Administration and Nursing leadership

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Supportive leadership team

• Stable and growing organization

Join Vivo Healthcare Gateway

If you are an experienced healthcare Maintenance Director who understands Florida regulatory requirements and takes pride in maintaining a safe, survey-ready facility, we encourage you to apply today.

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