Facilities Manager

Want to join our team? We are looking for a facilities manager to be responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant operation of Chesapeake Health Partners, Hospice of the Chesapeake & Partners In Care's facilities, including inpatient care centers, administrative offices, and community spaces. This position oversees building systems, preventive maintenance, vendor management, emergency preparedness, regulatory compliance, and capital project support. The Facilities Manager ensures facilities are maintained to support patient comfort, staff safety, ADA accessibility, and the organization’s mission.

Office Location: Pasadena MD

Schedule: Dayshift

Status: Full-time 40 hours per week

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience, education and credentialing

duties and responsibilities

Maintenance & Operations

• Perform and oversee maintenance of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and other building systems.
• Implement and manage the Preventive Maintenance Program, including accurate documentation in the work order/CMMS system.
• Monitor boiler, HVAC, and other critical systems daily; log readings, verify safe operations, and escalate issues.
• Maintain workspaces (mechanical rooms, storage, shop, trash areas) in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Manage inventory of facility equipment, tools, spare parts, and supplies; track warranties and service contracts.

compliance & safety

• Conduct regular inspections of facilities and grounds to ensure compliance with healthcare standards (OSHA, NFPA 99/101, ASHRAE 170, EPA, CMS Life Safety Code, and The Joint Commission).
• Maintain life safety systems, including fire suppression, alarms, emergency power, and egress systems.
• Oversee regular testing and documentation of generators, emergency lighting, and essential utilities in compliance with CMS and Joint Commission standards.
• Coordinate with Environmental Services and vendors to ensure proper handling of hazardous materials, biomedical waste, and chemical storage.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, service logs, life safety documentation, and compliance files for audits and surveys.

emergency preparedness

• Participate in organizational emergency preparedness and disaster recovery planning, including fire, utility outage, and severe weather drills.
• Provide on-call support for after-hours and weekend facility emergencies.
• Support continuity of operations during facility or utility disruptions, including backup power systems.

capital projects & budgeting

• Assist COO with planning and coordinating capital improvement projects, renovations, and expansions, including permitting, design review, and construction oversight.
• Monitor facility operating budgets and assist leadership with cost control and capital planning.
• Prepare written reports, incident documentation, KPI dashboards, and budget recommendations as requested.

vendor & contractor oversight

• Supervise and coordinate external service providers and contractors, ensuring quality of work, safety compliance, and timely completion.
• Track vendor arrival/departure times, verify completed work, and document deficiencies.
• Manage vendor contracts and service agreements in collaboration with leadership.

Security

• Assist in maintaining building security systems, including access controls, surveillance, and alarm systems, in coordination with IT and safety staff.

Qualifications

Your qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training, trade certifications, or college coursework in facilities management, engineering, or building trades preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ hands-on experience in facility maintenance (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or general trades). Healthcare or nonprofit experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of building codes, environmental and safety regulations, including OSHA, NFPA 99/101, ASHRAE 170, EPA, DOT, CMS Life Safety Code, and Joint Commission standards.
• Certifications preferred: EPA/CFC (HVAC refrigerant handling), OSHA 30, Maryland Stationary Engineer’s License, CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager), BOC (Building Operator Certification), or equivalent.
• Experience supervising contractors and/or facilities staff, managing vendor contracts, and overseeing service agreements.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor budgets, track expenditures, and assist with financial planning for facilities operations.
• Proficiency with facility management software, CMMS/work order systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with ability to prepare reports, compliance documentation, and vendor correspondence.
• Demonstrated customer service orientation and ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare environment.
• Physical ability to meet job demands (lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, climbing, and working in varied environmental conditions).
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required (this is a roving position with a company-provided vehicle).

What We Offer:

• A rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that values your contributions
• Competitive salary and generous paid time off, including 18 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 8 paid holidays in your first year of employment with HOC.
• Educational assistance to pursue professional development, additional certifications and degree programs
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance, and available accident and critical illness coverage.

About Hospice of the Chesapeake

At Hospice of the Chesapeake, we create meaningful experiences for those in the communities we serve who are experiencing serious advanced illness and loss. We believe truly meaningful experiences come from a partnership between highly skilled and compassionate professionals, our healthcare partners and the patient and family with a primary focus on living each day to the fullest extent possible. We develop care plans to minimize symptoms, articulate what matters most, and remember that each moment matters.

We are Your Hometown Hospice! Over the last 45 years, our team has cared for more than 50,000 hospice patients and nearly 100,000 family members.

To learn more please visit us at hospicechesapeake.org or find us on social media.

In accordance with Hospice of the Chesapeake’s commitment to leadership and industry-leading care, we require that all employees be vaccinated against influenza annually, as well as being screened for TB upon hire and annually thereafter. Documented and supported requests for religious and medical accommodations may be considered but may not be approved in all circumstances.

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