Vets2PM

DoD SkillBridge: Environmental Services Director (Facility Manager)

Vets2PM  •  $26 - $31/hr  •  State College, PA (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description


DoD SkillBridge Internship: Environmental Services Director (Facility Manager)

SkillBridge Industry Mentor:

Juniper Communities

SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC

Locations:

State College, Pennsylvania

*Perfect opportunity for an E-6 or above*


Applicants must
be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify
for the DoD SkillBridge Program.


To Apply:

Apply to this posting and then go to

www.vets2pm.com/skillbridge

and complete the SkillBridge interest form.

About
the company:

Juniper Village is dedicated to nurturing the spirit of life in each individual whose life we touch so that we may all live fully throughout all seasons of life. We do this by encouraging an active body, an engaged mind and a fulfilled spirit.

Juniper Village owns, operates and manages hospitality retirement communities in various regions across the country. The company’s operations are designed and managed to provide the finest quality personal service and exceptional care to foster healthy and independent lives for those who live and work in our communities. The company’s team of experienced committed individuals is deeply committed to achieving the company’s mission and balancing quality in service, program and environment with financial stability and prosperity.

Together, we nurture the spirit of life.

Company website:

https://junipercommunities.com/

Desired Military Experience, Backgrounds, and/or Aptitude:

  • Civil Engineering (HVAC & Electrician)/ Gas Turbine Electricians

  • Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Systems

  • Automation/Integration Technicians

  • Maintenance Technicians

  • Construction Trades

  • Facility Watch Supervisors / Base Operations

  • Electrical, Mechanical, or General Engineering Techs

Summary:

Juniper Communities is seeking a Facilities Manager (Environmental Services Director) SkillBridge Intern, you will gain leadership experience managing a hospitality retirement community's operation. Your role will involve maintaining a safe and welcoming environment by overseeing building systems, maintenance workflows, vendor services, and safety compliance. Facilities Managers at Juniper ensure smooth operations through effective management of HVAC systems, plumbing, vendor coordination, and emergency preparedness. You will engage in preventive maintenance planning, minor repairs, compliance documentation, environmental safety checks, and team supervision. This hands-on role directly impacts the quality of life for residents and staff. This internship is ideal for transitioning service members with experience in operations management, maintenance supervision, or mechanical, electrical, or engineering fields.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise Environmental Services and Housekeeping/Laundry teams

  • Oversee daily building operations and support preventative maintenance programs

  • Coordinate work orders, inspections, repairs, and regulatory documentation

  • Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and environmental standards

  • Assist in hiring, onboarding, and managing facilities staff

  • Manage relationships with vendors and service providers

  • Maintain logs and systems for regulatory readiness and maintenance tracking

  • Support general handyman-level repairs including HVAC, plumbing, and painting

  • Collaborate with other departments on space needs, renovation projects, and emergencies

  • Serve as Manager on Duty when needed and contribute to special events

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma required

  • Graduate of a technical school or trade certification (preferred)

  • Experience or aptitude in maintenance fields such as HVAC, electrical, or plumbing

  • Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safety/environmental compliance

  • Prior experience supervising a team and managing operations (military or civilian)

  • Experience in healthcare or a service-related industry is a plus

Compensation Range:

If hired after the internship the target compensation range is $52K-$62K. This compensation can vary depending on experience level, certifications, and other factors.

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NOTE:

Because this is a SkillBridge Internship, it is
understood that no single candidate will have equal
expertise in all the areas of responsibility listed.
Successful candidates will possess a compelling
combination of many of them and the self-awareness and
wisdom to leverage existing and/or new resources in the
area(s) where they lack personal mastery.]

Vets2PM Provides:

  • Project Manager (PMP) or ACP/Scrum Master Certification Training

  • Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridge
    Intern Zoom Meetings.

  • PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn
    optimization, and interview skills course.

  • Other free resources, including an electronic copy
    of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.

Other:

Not all internships include certification
training by Vets2PM, as many host companies include
their own internship-focused training instead. If
selected for an internship with Vets2PM please read your
approval email, letter, and training plan to be sure you
understand what is included in your internship.
Vets2PM

About Vets2PM

At Vets2PM, we help military Service members, spouses, and veterans become project managers and connect them with companies that need them.

✔ Military Service members, spouses, and veterans → We show you how to translate your military experience into project management, earn certifications like the PMP, CAPM, or ACP to certify that experience, and step confidently into a meaningful, lucrative post-service project management career.

✔ Companies → We provide you certified, experienced, project management job-ready talent through the DOD SkillBridge program, at no cost during their internship, and these professionals are ready to lead from day one.

Here’s what we’ve done so far:

✔ 19,000+ veterans served

✔ 8,000+ trained

✔ 2,000+ hired

We also bring our training directly to installations through our Master Project Leader Program (MPLWorkshop / MPLCourse), a 60-day long program in which we prepare each one with the three most popular project management certifications in the marketplace today; the PMI PMP and ACP and the Scrum.Org PSM, which literally certifies that translated project delivery, i.e., mission execution, experience in the minds of many hiring managers and project executives!

✔ Fort Bliss, TX

✔ Fort Campbell, KY

✔ Virtual

→ Veterans: You already lead teams, manage timelines, and deliver results. We help you turn that into a meaningful, lucrative civilian career in project management.

→ Companies: You need dependable people who can handle complex projects. We train them, certify them, and send them your way.

✔ Certified talent

✔ Real experience

✔ Immediate impact

Start here:

Veterans: https://lnkd.in/eatT9rg

Companies: https://lnkd.in/ebBEi-9V

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Melbourne, Florida
Year Founded
2015
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