Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $71,700.00 - $178,700.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
On-call
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
flexible schedule
employee wellness program
Job Description
Sequoia Living is a respected and mission-driven nonprofit organization located in San Francisco, dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults by providing a vibrant and safe community living environment. The organization specializes in managing senior living communities, focusing on holistic care models that foster connection, independence, and well-being among its residents. Sequoia Living prides itself on creating warm, welcoming, and well-maintained spaces that support physical and emotional health, making it a sought-after environment for seniors seeking a high quality of life in a community setting.
Sequoia Living is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Environmental Services to lead operations within its high-rise community. This leadership position is critical to maintaining the community’s commitment to safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency. The Director of Environmental Services is entrusted with the responsibility to uphold and elevate the standards of the community’s environmental services, ensuring all residents enjoy a beautifully maintained and safe living environment. This role reports directly to senior management and is a key figure in the operational backbone of the community.
The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team encompassing plant operations, maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, landscaping, safety, and construction oversight. This position demands a hands-on, solutions-oriented professional who is both an effective leader and a tactical operator capable of managing complex projects, budgeting, vendor relationships, and regulatory compliance. A strong background in healthcare, senior living, or residential communities with at least six years of experience in environmental services and three years in a supervisory or management role is essential.
The Director of Environmental Services will be responsible for ensuring that all maintenance projects, preventive measures, and safety protocols are implemented to the highest standards while complying with stringent federal, state, and local regulations including EPA, ADA, OSHA, OSHPD, and related building codes. This includes leading safety initiatives, staff training on hazardous materials, and emergency response plans. The role also involves project management of capital improvements, renovations, and infrastructure enhancements to ensure the community remains in optimal condition.
Beyond technical and operational responsibilities, the Director of Environmental Services acts as a community liaison, aligning environmental services with the mission, vision, and values of Sequoia Living. This role fosters collaboration with residents, committees, staff, and regulatory bodies to ensure transparency and responsiveness. The ideal candidate will exhibit exceptional communication skills, leadership qualities grounded in empathy and professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of senior residents.
This opportunity offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on the daily lived experience of residents while advancing one of the most dynamic and respected senior living communities in San Francisco. Candidates with formal education in engineering, facilities management, or related fields are preferred, along with proficiency in technical systems such as HVAC, boilers, refrigeration, and safety equipment. Familiarity with budget management, energy efficiency programs, and capital project oversight are crucial for success in this role.
Joining Sequoia Living means becoming part of a mission-centered culture dedicated to inclusivity, continuous improvement, and operational excellence in senior living environments. This role promises both professional growth and the personal fulfillment of contributing to a community that values integrity, compassion, and innovation. If you are a proactive leader passionate about exceptional facility management and dedicated to nurturing a vibrant senior living community, Sequoia Living invites you to apply for this pivotal role.
Sequoia Living is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Environmental Services to lead operations within its high-rise community. This leadership position is critical to maintaining the community’s commitment to safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency. The Director of Environmental Services is entrusted with the responsibility to uphold and elevate the standards of the community’s environmental services, ensuring all residents enjoy a beautifully maintained and safe living environment. This role reports directly to senior management and is a key figure in the operational backbone of the community.
The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team encompassing plant operations, maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, landscaping, safety, and construction oversight. This position demands a hands-on, solutions-oriented professional who is both an effective leader and a tactical operator capable of managing complex projects, budgeting, vendor relationships, and regulatory compliance. A strong background in healthcare, senior living, or residential communities with at least six years of experience in environmental services and three years in a supervisory or management role is essential.
The Director of Environmental Services will be responsible for ensuring that all maintenance projects, preventive measures, and safety protocols are implemented to the highest standards while complying with stringent federal, state, and local regulations including EPA, ADA, OSHA, OSHPD, and related building codes. This includes leading safety initiatives, staff training on hazardous materials, and emergency response plans. The role also involves project management of capital improvements, renovations, and infrastructure enhancements to ensure the community remains in optimal condition.
Beyond technical and operational responsibilities, the Director of Environmental Services acts as a community liaison, aligning environmental services with the mission, vision, and values of Sequoia Living. This role fosters collaboration with residents, committees, staff, and regulatory bodies to ensure transparency and responsiveness. The ideal candidate will exhibit exceptional communication skills, leadership qualities grounded in empathy and professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of senior residents.
This opportunity offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on the daily lived experience of residents while advancing one of the most dynamic and respected senior living communities in San Francisco. Candidates with formal education in engineering, facilities management, or related fields are preferred, along with proficiency in technical systems such as HVAC, boilers, refrigeration, and safety equipment. Familiarity with budget management, energy efficiency programs, and capital project oversight are crucial for success in this role.
Joining Sequoia Living means becoming part of a mission-centered culture dedicated to inclusivity, continuous improvement, and operational excellence in senior living environments. This role promises both professional growth and the personal fulfillment of contributing to a community that values integrity, compassion, and innovation. If you are a proactive leader passionate about exceptional facility management and dedicated to nurturing a vibrant senior living community, Sequoia Living invites you to apply for this pivotal role.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma required
- 6+ years of hands-on environmental services or facilities management experience preferably in senior living or healthcare
- 3+ years supervisory or management experience
- experience with building systems such as HVAC boilers refrigeration electrical mechanical systems automation and life safety equipment
- knowledge of federal state and local regulations including EPA ADA OSHA OSHPD Titles 8 19 22 and 24
- ability to manage capital projects and budgets
- excellent communication and leadership skills
- physical ability to participate in on-call rotation and emergency response
- proficient with Microsoft Office
- valid driver’s license preferred
Job Qualifications
- 6+ years of hands-on experience in environmental services facilities management plant operations or maintenance preferably in healthcare senior living or residential community
- 3+ years of supervisory or management experience leading diverse teams
- prior experience with building systems including HVAC boilers refrigeration electrical mechanical systems automation and life safety equipment
- experience in CCRC or healthcare environment strongly preferred
- high school diploma required 2+ years of college or trade school coursework in engineering facilities management or environmental services preferred
- bachelor’s degree in engineering facilities management or related field strongly preferred
- deep understanding of building codes construction regulations OSHA OSHPD Titles 8 19 22 and 24 ADA and environmental compliance
- ability to read blueprints technical manuals and schematics strong understanding of HVAC plumbing electrical carpentry and mechanical systems
- expertise in workplace safety hazardous materials handling emergency response and risk mitigation
- skilled in housekeeping maintenance landscaping sanitation and environmental cleaning standards
- strong planning scheduling and vendor management experience
- proficient with Microsoft Office and capable of learning maintenance inventory and HR systems
- collaborative calm under pressure resident-centered and able to lead with empathy and professionalism
Job Duties
- Lead all environmental services functions including plant operations maintenance housekeeping laundry landscaping and safety programs
- recruit hire mentor and develop supervisors and frontline staff foster a culture aligned with Sequoia Living’s mission vision values and commitment to inclusion
- manage administrative operations staff schedules training coaching and performance review processes
- oversee preventative and corrective maintenance programs ensuring compliance with federal state and local regulations
- review maintenance projects repairs and inventory needs recommend improvement plans to leadership
- ensure community safety programs including fire disaster emergency response and hazardous materials plans are up-to-date and fully implemented
- train staff in safe work practices including asbestos and industrial chemical handling
- manage capital project planning and execution including apartment renovations building upgrades and major infrastructure improvements
- maintain computerized capital budget tools plan expenditures and ensure timely project completion
- solicit and evaluate contractor bids manage vendor relationships permits and certificates of insurance
- prepare and manage operating and capital budgets track expenses and ensure cost control
- oversee energy conservation and utility monitoring to optimize efficiency
- serve as responsive partner to residents and committees on maintenance needs and special projects
- communicate professionally and collaboratively with department heads staff vendors regulatory bodies and leadership
- act as the community’s safety coordinator oversee workplace safety programs ensure incident reporting support workers’ compensation processes and lead safety initiatives
- identify and report resident concerns related to physical mental or emotional well-being
- participate in on-call rotation and support emergency response as needed
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Expert Level (7+ years)
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