Maintenance Specialist

Gardant is seeking an experienced Maintenance Specialist to support our Communities across multiple sites. Reporting to the AVP of Ancillary Services, you will be the go-to expert for critical building systems: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, refrigeration, and more. You'll help our maintenance teams stay sharp, compliant, and prepared, while making sure every Community you support feels like home for residents and staff alike.

• Serve as a hands-on resource, filling in at communities when a maintenance position is vacant
• Be an on-call resource for urgent maintenance matters, 24/7
• Build and monitor effective preventative maintenance programs across communities
• Train and mentor community maintenance staff
• Support NSPIRE and regulatory inspections to ensure top-tier building care
• Oversee the TELS system and review budget/variance reports
• Monitor supply ordering through approved vendors
• Maintain up-to-date equipment manuals for each community
• Stay ahead of new products, methods, and procedures to raise the bar on service
• Step in with Director of Maintenance-level skills: electrical, HVAC, kitchen equipment, carpentry
• Consult with the VP of Construction on new building start-ups
• Oversee fire and disaster drill compliance
• Champion a strong safety culture at every site

• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel extensively, including overnight stays
• 5+ years of multi-site management experience, healthcare setting preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); TELS experience a plus
• Strong knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations covering maintenance, utilities, lawn care, and housekeeping
• Budgeting and fiscal management experience
• Excellent communication skills
• A steady hand under pressure and the flexibility to juggle shifting priorities

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Employer-subsidized Gym Membership & Wellness Program
• EAP & Maven family planning program
• 401(k) with biweekly employer match
• Outside-In Employee Referral Program
• Intentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off
• Self-service payroll & tools (Paycom)