Maintenance Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: Gardant Management Solutions - Kankakee, IL, Salary Range: $73000.00 - $75000.00Salary, 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.

This position requires extensive travel and overnight stay.

Responsibilities:

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
Qualifications: Qualifications:

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

Benefits:

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)