Regional Maintenance Consultant

Regional Maintenance Consultant

White Oak Management, Inc. | An NHC Company

Annual Salary: $75,000–$80,000

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Regional Home Office: 130 E. Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306

Position Coverage: North Carolina and South Carolina Centers

Build, Lead, and Maintain Excellence Across the Carolinas!

White Oak Management, Inc., a proud member of the National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) family, is seeking an experienced, motivated, and highly skilledRegional Maintenance Consultant to provide leadership and operational oversight for the maintenance departments throughout our North and South Carolina communities.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional ready to advance into a regional leadership role and make a lasting impact across a respected senior healthcare organization.

For more than 60 years, White Oak Management has been committed to providing outstanding care and creating safe, welcoming environments for the residents and families we serve. Our facilities include skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, assisted living communities, and independent living residences.

We are looking for a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge, sound business judgment, and the ability to lead maintenance operations across multiple locations.

Position Overview

As our Regional Maintenance Consultant, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing effective maintenance programs across all White Oak centers, including nursing centers, assisted living and independent living communities, the regional office, and warehouse operations.

You will work closely with center administrators, maintenance supervisors, corporate leadership, and outside contractors to ensure buildings, grounds, equipment, and essential operating systems are maintained safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.

The successful candidate will balance strategic planning with hands-on technical guidance while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Regional Maintenance Leadership & Operations

• Provide oversight and direction for maintenance operations across all White Oak Management facilities.

• Develop, implement, and monitor standardized maintenance policies, procedures, and systems.

• Supervise, evaluate, and inspect facility maintenance programs to ensure buildings, grounds, and equipment meet organizational expectations.

• Provide leadership, technical support, training, and orientation to facility Maintenance Supervisors.

• Evaluate departmental staffing needs and make recommendations to ensure adequate maintenance coverage.

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, safety, equipment reliability, and cost management.

Building Systems, Repairs & Projects

• Oversee maintenance of boilers, compressors, generators, and associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

• Coordinate major repairs, equipment installations, improvements, and new construction projects.

• Review blueprints, building plans, technical specifications, and proposed repair projects.

• Coordinate and supervise contractors, vendors, and outside service providers to ensure quality workmanship and timely project completion.

• Inspect maintenance work and follow up on necessary corrective actions.

Budgeting, Purchasing & Vendor Management

• Review cost estimates, material purchases, and maintenance-related expenditures.

• Authorize and coordinate approved contracts with vendors and outside contractors.

• Review invoices, authorize appropriate purchases, and approve contractor payment requests.

• Oversee purchasing of maintenance and building equipment for facility operations.

• Promote responsible spending and cost-effective maintenance solutions throughout the region.

Regulatory Compliance, Safety & Documentation

• Ensure maintenance practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and safety regulations.

• Maintain oversight of maintenance records, inspection documentation, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS).

• Ensure maintenance procedures align with infection prevention and control requirements.

• Uphold residents' rights, facility safety programs, and HIPAA confidentiality standards.

• Support the implementation of corrective actions when facility maintenance or safety concerns are identified.

• Participate in relevant professional development, educational workshops, and maintenance training.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum offive (5) years of maintenance experience, preferably involving commercial properties, healthcare facilities, or complex building systems.

• Strong working knowledge of boilers, compressors, generators, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and building specifications.

• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, equipment maintenance, and repair procedures.

• Experience coordinating repairs, equipment installations, construction projects, and contractor services.

• Strong organizational skills, recordkeeping abilities, and knowledge of cost estimating.

• Ability to provide effective direction, training, and oversight to maintenance personnel.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• ValidSouth Carolina or North Carolina driver's license and willingness to travel regularly between facility locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Community college education, technical training, or related trade certifications.

• Prior maintenance management or multi-site supervisory experience.

• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, or other regulated healthcare settings.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

• Full-time salaried position, generally 80 hours per biweekly pay period, with flexibility to meet business needs.

• Regional office based in downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina.

• Regular regional travel throughout North Carolina and South Carolina using a company vehicle.

Why Join White Oak Management?

At White Oak, maintaining our communities is about more than buildings and equipment. It's about creating a safe, comfortable, and dependable environment for the residents who call our facilities home.

As our Regional Maintenance Consultant, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead at the corporate level, working directly with senior leadership.

• Make a regional impact by supporting maintenance teams across multiple communities.

• Drive meaningful improvements in safety, building operations, regulatory readiness, and financial efficiency.

• Bring your experience and expertise to an established healthcare organization committed to quality and service.

• Build a long-term career with White Oak Management as part of the NHC family.

Ready to Lead the Region?

If you are an experienced maintenance professional who takes pride in operational excellence, developing teams, solving complex problems, and maintaining high standards,we want to hear from you!

Apply today to join White Oak Management, Inc. as our next Regional Maintenance Consultant.  (Resume strongly recommended)

White Oak Management and NHC are equal opportunity employers.

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