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Director of Maintenance

National Health Care Associates

Wallingford, CTFull-time$37–43/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$37–43/hr
Location
Wallingford, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees building and grounds maintenance at Regency House, supporting a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The role covers mechanical and structural systems, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, repairs, electrical upgrades, and departmental budgets. It also leads maintenance staff and coordinates contractors and service providers. Trade school graduation or a licensed journeyman mechanic credential is preferred; five or more years of plant engineering or skilled trades experience is stated.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Plant EngineeringSkilled TradesSafety ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceMaintenance LeadershipTeam DevelopmentCommunicationEnglish ProficiencyCost EstimationBlueprint ReadingTechnical Specifications

Qualifications

Trade School Graduate or Licensed Journeyman Mechanic5+ Years Plant Engineering or Skilled Trades ExperienceEnglish Proficiency

Benefits

401(k) Match

Full job description

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A US News & World Report Best!

Regency House is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work and US News & World Report Best for Short-Term Rehab , we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 181 East Main Street, Wallingford, Connecticut, 06492

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What You'll Do:

As the Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll oversee all aspects of building and grounds maintenance, esthetics and safety. Your leadership will ensure our residents, staff, and visitors experience a safe and welcoming environment that supports high-quality healthcare. From emergency preparedness to regulatory compliance to everyday repairs, your work will make a direct difference in the lives of everyone who walks through our doors.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all mechanical and structural aspects of the physical plant, inside and out.

  • Maintain critical systems, including plumbing, boilers, burners, heating, and hot water.

  • Ensure full compliance with all safety, sanitary, health, and fire codes, including NFPA 101 for healthcare facilities.

  • Recruit, coach, and inspire a skilled maintenance team; may also oversee housekeeping and/or laundry operations.

  • Set and manage schedules for staff, contractors, and service providers to ensure timely, high-quality work.

  • Inspect buildings and grounds regularly to ensure proper repair and safety.

  • Lead the creation, upkeep, and execution of our Emergency Preparedness Plan.

  • Plan and oversee electrical system upgrades and equipment installations.

  • Manage departmental budgets, from supply ordering to invoice approvals.

If you are a maintenance leader with a passion for safety, preparedness, and operational excellence, we invite you to bring your skills and leadership to our team as the Maintenance Supervisor.

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What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Regency team enjoys:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan

  • Comprehensive training and mentorship

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

  • Supportive and collaborative work environment

  • The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $37.00 - USD $43.00 /Hr.

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What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of the Maintenance Supervisor include:

  • Trade school graduate and/or licensed journeyman mechanic preferred.

  • 5+ years of plant engineering or skilled trades experience.

  • A strong track record of safety, regulatory compliance, and ethical maintenance practices.

  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams.

  • Clear, confident communication skills and proficiency in English (written and verbal).

  • The ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

  • Availability to respond to emergencies outside regular working hours.

  • Expertise in cost estimation, blueprint reading, and writing technical specifications.

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We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

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ID 2026-8123

Location/Org Data : Name Regency House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Category Facilities

Position Type Full-Time

Location : Location US-CT-Wallingford

Rate of Pay USD $37.00 - USD $43.00 /Hr.

How this job compares

Set against the 591 open Maintenance Supervisor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$37–43/hr
  • US median$30–35/hr90 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $40/hr, is 24% above the US median midpoint ($32/hr) — in the top quarter of Maintenance Supervisor hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 591 open Maintenance Supervisor jobs across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Maintenance Supervisor postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (446 postings).
Education
37 of the 591 open Maintenance Supervisor jobs (6%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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