What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Director position at Avanti Senior Living at Covington?
Description
Job Description:
As the Maintenance Director, reporting directly to the Executive Director, you will ensure the provision of quality maintenance care in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations while leading your team in maintaining the building, interior of building and grounds safely, and in exceptional appearance and working condition.
Essential Functions:
- Implement and document preventative maintenance program for community and equipment, as assigned
- Supervise housekeeping personnel, as required by Community needs
- Maintain grounds including outside building repair and lawn maintenance in cooperation with the landscaping contractor and garbage removal services
- Maintain all areas inside the building, including offices, to include, but not be limited to: cleaning and shampooing of carpets and furniture, window cleaning, and the maintenance and replacement of vinyl floors.
- Maintain and oversee repair of facility equipment in order to ensure proper function
- Train team members in use of facility equipment and emergency procedures as required
- Prepare and refurbish apartments for resident move-ins; including painting, carpet laying, replacement of vinyl floors and installation of ceiling fans
- Maintain fire safety and emergency records and procedures in compliance with regulations and environmental concerns (natural disasters, fires, loss of electricity, plumbing issues, pipe breakages, etc.) as well as distribute material safety data sheets (MSDS)
- Inspect resident suites for potential problems and hazards
- Schedule and/or perform preventative maintenance and keep quality assurance records up-to-date for physical plant
- Perform janitorial tasks including the reparation and maintenance of equipment and building communities
- Transport residents in company vehicles as scheduled
- Respond to emergencies outside of normal working schedule as necessary
Other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Proficient in written and verbal English.
- Demonstration of ability to establish long-term relationships.
- Interest in working with the older adult population.
- Computer experience including thorough knowledge of Word and Excel and ability to use or learn to use database software. Must possess a general knowledge of laws and restrictions regarding Assisted Living care, as well as a solid understanding of opportunities and limits of other levels of care within senior living.
- Must exhibit and promote a high level of customer service, hospitality, curiosity and friendliness towards all prospects, residents, visitors, employees and the overall community.
- Ability to travel locally to fulfill job responsibilities.
- Ability to periodically travel overnight.
- Ability to work flexible schedules in 24 hour operation including weekends.
Requirements
Preferences:
- Associates’ Degree and 2-5 years of past experience OR accredited maintenance training and 4-6 years of past experience preferred
Applicable State licensure, required
