Director of Plant Operations

Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of workers engaged in repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment as well as maintenance of buildings, grounds, and utility systems. Manages all phases of security at campus. **This position requires on call**

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities concerned with the operation, repair, maintenance, and construction of facilities, equipment, buildings, and grounds to minimize interruption and improve efficiency. This includes maintaining records and file systems.

2. Inspects plant facilities and equipment and reviews inspection reports to determine repairs, replacement, or improvements required

3. Assigns workers to projects.

4. Develops preventative maintenance program and maintains appropriate inventory of parts and supplies

5. Obtains bids from outside contractors for work outside the scope of the staff

6. Assists in the preparation of the operating and capital budget for the Maintenance and Security Department and administrates the department in a cost-effective manner. Coordinates requests for Capital purchases through the Executive Director and Executive Facility Management

7. Oversees the maintenance of buildings, grounds, equipment, and facility vehicles in a manner which considers safety of residents and staff while complying with state and federal regulatory code

8. Member of life plan community’s safety team/committee

9. Responsible for the safety and security of campus overseeing the 24-hour operation of security and personnel scheduling

10. May be assigned the responsibility of overseeing the issuing of ID badges

11.Responsible for recruiting, hiring, orientating, scheduling, counseling, disciplining, and evaluating Maintenance and Security employees

12.Support and uphold all federal, state, and local regulatory laws and standards and EverTrue policies and procedures

13.Works with township officials and local fire department to meet regulatory requirements

14.Oversees snow and ice removal and lawn care

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Plant Operations Management with considerable knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and equipment repair
• Related college degree or coursework preferable
• Valid driver’s license required
• Certified pool inspector
• Experience managing staff
• Knowledge of security area desirable
• Intermediate computer skills utilizing Microsoft Word and Excel

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

The physical requirements and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities. Must be able to lift over 50 pounds. Must be able to push/pull 100 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the occasionally handles heavy loads with aid of helper; walks and stands most of the working day; stoops and climbs frequently; handles and manipulates tools and equipment; near visual acuity to inspect repairs and maintenance; and may be required to work long hours in event of emergency. Available to be on-call and work weekends/holidays as needed.

A well-lighted and ventilated working area that has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat). May be assigned to outside work. Is frequently in contact with upset residents. Exposed to moderate noise level.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Allentown, PA 18104 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Allentown, PA 18104: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $57,000 - $78,000