Maintenance Director - RCFE

Make a Real Difference, Every Single Day 

As a nonprofit leader in aging, Eskaton helps people live well, longer — with trusted guidance at every stage. We believe aging should be a vibrant, supported, and celebrated journey, not an experience to face alone. For over 55 years, Eskaton has been a cornerstone of Northern California, growing a network of 23 communities dedicated to older adults and the people who care for them. When you join us, you're not just starting a job. You're stepping into a career where your work creates a real impact on people's daily lives and strengthening the communities we call home. 

We Invest in You (Because You Invest in Others) 

We know that to take great care of our residents, we must take great care of you. We are genuinely committed to your health, your happiness, and your future. That’s why we offer: 

• Financial Security: Competitive pay and a 401K matching program to help you plan for your own future. 

• Total Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits that support your physical and mental health. 

• A Place Where You Belong: We celebrate diversity and equity across the entire aging spectrum, ensuring every team member feels seen and valued. 

Our DNA (Core Values) 

We’re looking for people who align with our mission and want to grow with us: 

• Welcoming: You’re a natural at creating warmth and a sense of belonging for everyone you meet. 

• Bring (Y)our Best: You take pride in your work and strive for excellence in the "little things" and the "big things" alike. 

• Empowerment: You don't wait for permission to do the right thing. You step up, take ownership, and lead with initiative. 

• Growth: You’re a lifelong learner who seeks consistent improvement and sustainable growth. 

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, clean, well maintained and comfortable environment for the residents and staff throughout the entire village campus which includes an assisted living and memory care lodge, independent living cottages and independently owned homes. The Director of Environmental Services will hold primary responsibility for the environmental services department, which includes campus patrol, housekeeping, landscaping, laundry, and maintenance. This position is responsible for planning and directing all activities of the department including procedure development, budget planning and control, customer service excellence, and staff training and development. This position is also responsible for ensuring that the physical plant maintains substantial compliance with Eskaton standards as well as Fire Safety and Life Safety Code regulatory requirements as monitored by local, State and Federal agencies. This position is also accountable to maintain the Homeowner’s Association grounds. As a member of the management team, this position must present a professional image to all residents and staff. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Promotes the success of others.


• Hires, orientates, trains, coaches, counsels, promotes, evaluates, and provides general employment decisions for the environmental services department.   


• Is responsible for the general supervision and organizational structure within the environmental services department and ensures quality, equity and consistency within the department. 


• Is accountable for maintaining the department's budget and is fiscally responsible in accordance with those budgets and policies. 


• Ensures that the environmental services department maintains sufficient tools, supplies and equipment to effectively perform departmental expectations. 


• Ensures an efficient plant operation in cooperation with other departments. 


• Maintains physical property in an “inspection ready” state and ensures compliance with Eskaton standards as well as Fire Safety, Life Safety Code regulatory requirements for all applicable community licenses. 


• Ensures the overall health of the campus building and grounds through an effective preventative maintenance program. 


• Ensures that the campus building and grounds are clean and well maintained for a positive first impression with excellent curb appeal.

Other Job Functions: 

Models and embodies Eskaton’s core values, including:

• Creating a sense of warmth, welcoming and belonging for all 


• Fostering excellence in everything we do.


• Seeking consistent improvement, learning and sustainable growth.


• Stepping up, taking ownership and leading with initiative.


• Fully complies with all provisions in Eskaton’s Corporate Compliance Policy and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
  


• Maintains attendance as outlined in Eskaton policy. 
  


• Follows required dress code and Eskaton’s Community Appearance Standards.  Maintains a professional image to the public and residents. 
  


• Works in accordance with established safety guidelines; uses proper body mechanics; follows safe work practices; wears appropriate safety gear.   

Starting pay ranges from $34.65 per hour - $ 52.75per hour. Factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, job-related skills, internal equity, and market considerations may influence base pay.

Qualifications: 

Education: 

• Associate or trade degree in professional engineering (mechanical, electrical or related field); will consider equivalent job experience in lieu of degree   


• Current or formerly held certification in related fields such as Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP), EPA refrigeration certification, OSHA certification, State boiler certification, etc. highly desirable 

Training and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the property maintenance field 


• 3+ years progressive experience in a key leadership/management role in hospitality, healthcare, senior care or other large campus environment is required  

Job Knowledge:

• Extensive working experience with multiple disciplines such as plumbing, electrical, general building construction, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, painting, carpentry, heating and refrigeration systems, grounds maintenance, masonry and general maintenance 


• Experience coordinating and managing projects related to building systems infrastructure 


• Experience implementing, building and maintaining a comprehensive preventative maintenance program 


• Experience working with code compliance, including Fire/Life Safety, NFPA and NEC  is required 


• Previous experience and a broad understanding of safety systems and enforcement of safety rules and policies 


• Experience with Federal and State inspections such as the health department, fire marshal and DPH is required 


• Experience with campus operations including maintenance, fleet management, laundry operations, housekeeping, and security operations


• Strong verbal and written communication skills 


• Recent experience and a strong understanding of budgeting/expense management, capital planning and processes and a basic understanding of financial and accounting practices 

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements: 
Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Notify the People & Culture team to request any accommodation(s) to perform any of the essential functions of this position.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen.  All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.