Maintenance Director

Overview

Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates

 

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us!  You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.  

 

Brookdale Northbrook is hiring a Maintenance Director to join their growing team

A Senior Living Community with Assisted and Independent Living

 

Make Lives Better Including Your Own! 

 

 

Overview: 

• Responsible for managing Maintenance Staff
• Ensure all Maintenance Work Orders are completed 
• Hands on position, working beside your team 

 

Brookdale is a GREAT place to further your career!

• Career Path for All positions!  
• Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status 
• Variety of Associate Discount
• We pride ourselves with a culture of caring. All leadership team members and associates partner together to make sure each resident feels like they are family
• We recognize our staff with our monthly Everyday Hero award and prizes (PTO & Bonus)
• If you have a passion for helping others  with a desire to to thrive professionally  every day, this is the opportunity for you!   

 

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

 

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are eligible for an annual bonus incentive and sales referral bonuses.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the buildings and grounds to maintain proper care of the assigned community(s) in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards/regulations and company policies.

Directs the community maintenance, housekeeping and laundry (if applicable) staff, to include hiring, training, evaluating performance, resolving disciplinary issues and firing.

Directs the maintenance and upkeep of the buildings and grounds through maintenance staff. Inspects completed work for conformance to standards and policies.

Implements preventative maintenance programs. Coordinates compliance with local, state and federal building codes, SDS, OSHA, EPA regulations, and fire codes.

Coordinates engineering contractors and vendors, making sure insurance and licenses are current.

Conducts regular inspections of life safety systems, including fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems.

Coordinates annual apartment maintenance schedule and completion. Oversees necessary repairs and maintenance in apartments and common areas including refurbishment for move-ins.

Ensures the outside of the property is maintained, including landscaping, snow removal, and garbage/trash removal.

Prepares and follows approved budget. Tracks utility consumption and expense files.

Maintains inventory control for all general supplies, parts and equipment for necessary repairs and maintenance. Maintains all required engineering files.

Assesses all plumbing and electrical problems within the community and determines the best course of action to correct the problem. Works within the legal scope of local and state codes.

Reviews safety data sheets (SDS) as requested for potential exposure to hazardous chemicals used and take necessary precautions

Assess property damage and file property damage claims in accordance with company policy.

Responds appropriately to resident or community emergencies by assisting as needed.

Maintains office, shops and mechanical areas within company standards.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

 

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Qualifications

Education and ExperienceAssociate’s Degree or equivalent from a two year college or technical school and a minimum of three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsValid State Driver’s License required for vehicle travel, as needed.

 

Management/Decision MakingApplies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.

 

Knowledge and SkillsPossesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline.

 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb or balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl
• Talk or hear
• Ability to lift:  up to 50 pounds
• Vision
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
• On-Call on an as needed basis
• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
• Requires Travel:  Occasionally

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Information

$64,060.00 - $81,600.00 / year

Salary : $64,060 - $81,600