Director of Maintenance **$2,500 Sign On Bonus

Cardinal Bay is a mission-driven, not-for-profit senior living health care organization. We encourage our staff and residents to REACH for the stars! Our values focus on:

• Respect
• Excellence
• Appreciation
• Connection
• Honor

Our goal is to help residents to grow, thrive and be contributors to community life. We do this by fostering relationships, connections, and a sense of belonging. YOU are an important part of creating such a full life!

Carriage Inn Lake Jackson has an exciting opportunity for a Director of Maintenance **$2,500 Sign On Bonus** to join our team.  The Director of Maintenance manages daily facilities operations and provides supervision for any maintenance staff and housekeeping. Coordinates and manages equipment replacement and facility improvement projects. Establishes, maintains, and monitors test and inspection activities for utility and equipment management programs. Assures code compliance with AHCA, TJC, NFPA, ADA, OSHA, county, and city codes. Develops staff and provides training programs on equipment, systems, principles of operation and safety. Must desire to work with seniors and have a tolerance for behaviors associated with dementia and other aging processes.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive coverage including health, dental & vision with Cardinal Bay contributing over 50% of cost. Life Insurance covered 100% by Cardinal Bay.
• Full-time employees receive 3.5 weeks paid vacation for the first 5 years, then it bumps up to 4.5 weeks. Use it, let it roll, or cash it in! 
• Benefit from exclusive discounts on auto home and pet insurance. 
• Perks @ Work offers discounts on electronics, personal travel, apparel, home needs, entertainment, fitness/nutrition, and childcare costs! 
• Access our Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling on family, work, legal, identity theft recovery, mental health, and everyday life!  
• $300 per FT referral 
• Advancement & cross-training opportunities available at all 8 communities. 
• Plan for your future with our 401(k)-retirement savings plan and matching contributions. 
• Paid training program 

Shifts:

• 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Monday – Friday
• Weekends and Holidays in MOD rotation.
• Available to respond to emergencies when not onsite.

Responsibilities Include:

• Manage all requests for maintenance maintaining the job order log through completion.
• Subject matter expert on carpentry, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems. Performs repairs as needed or arranges for repairs.
• Monitor and maintain all building systems, testing as needed or required by code. This includes fire drills, generators (if any), replacement of filters and bulbs, HVAC systems, and kitchen equipment, plumbing, carpentry, health department regulations and OSHA.
• Assure all preventive maintenance is performed timely either personally, through subordinates, or outside contractors.
• Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance service as needed.
• Coordinate, manage, and oversee work of all outside contractors.
• Direct others to complete maintenance requests or complete job orders personally.
• Direct staff to complete make ready of vacant resident rooms, perform work to complete make ready as needed.
• Assure compliance with all building codes and safety codes.
• Identify needs for external contractors. Obtain quotes and advise Executive Director. Obtain approval prior to engaging contractors.
• Responsible for community safety programs, safety committee and training including OSHA, risk assessment, disaster planning, fire drills.
• Key member of the community’s emergency response team, which includes remaining on site at the community coordinating the response during declared emergencies and disasters.
• Supervision of maintenance staff, if any, and Housekeeping.
• Participates in the hiring, discipline, assessment, and termination of direct reports.
• Recommends compensation at hire, promotion, and merit.
• Assures all functions are staffed through the development and maintenance of employee schedules.
• Participates in the Manager on Duty rotation.

Requirements:

• Five plus years as a Maintenance Technician, prior supervision of support staff highly desired.
• Universal EPA Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and clear driving record that meets the requirements of our insurance carrier and company policy.
• Computer proficiency with electronic maintenance order system.  Experience with TELS a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and colleagues.
• Ability to speak, read & write English.
• Must be willing to undergo a routine background check.

Cardinal Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer.