Maintenance Director

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE JOB DESCRIPTION

General Purpose :

To plan, organize and direct the overall operation of the department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, ensuring that the facility is maintained in a safe, comfortable condition.

Qualifications :

• Must be knowledgeable of boilers, compressors, generators and mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
• Must be knowledgeable of building codes, safety regulations and blueprint interpretation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Completion of secondary education or otherwise show ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
• Must speak and understand English.
• Previous experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Patience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderly.

Essential Job Functions :

Duties :

Plan, develop and direct the Maintenance Department; coordinate maintenance services with other departments; ensure outside services are properly completed and supervised in accordance with contracts; assist in establishing and maintaining a preventive maintenance program; ensure compliance with fire and safety codes; interact with fire, building and safety inspectors; report accident / incident reports to administration; respond to and be available for emergency calls; ensure proper maintenance of the facility including carpentry work, groundskeeping, painting, equipment and HVAC systems.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices) :

Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, lifting, grasping, and fine hand coordination; ability to distinguish smells and temperatures; ability to read and write in English; ability to communicate with residents, personnel, vendors and support agencies; ability to remain calm under stress.

Duties :

Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, discipline and discharge of maintenance personnel; schedule department hours to ensure proper coverage; ensure maintenance personnel are performing their assignments; maintain appropriate employee records; coordinate maintenance services to ensure performance without interruption.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices) :

Ability to read and write in English; ability to communicate with personnel; ability to remain calm under stress.

Duties :

Follow established safety procedures when operating equipment; supervise fire and safety programs; regularly inspect equipment, building and grounds to ensure a safe and comfortable environment; promptly report facility or equipment damage to the Administrator; ensure maintenance employees attend and participate in Hazardous Communication and Universal Precautions training programs prior to reporting to work assignments and comply with proper waste disposal and inspection control procedures; expected to respond to emergency situations involving the safety of residents, other employees and the facility; ability to assist with a possible evacuation of residents.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices) :

Walking, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling; ability to communication with the residents and personnel; ability to distinguish smells; ability to read and write in English; ability to remain calm under stress.

Duties :

Maintain resident confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect; know and comply with Residents' Rights rules : ensure that residents' personal and property rights are followed by maintenance personnel at all times; review, promptly report to the Administrator and maintain written records of all resident complaints and grievances.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices) :

Ability to communicate with residents; ability to remain calm under stress.

Other Job Functions :

Duties :

Forecast needs of the department; assist in preparing the Maintenance Department budget; order equipment and supplies as necessary; maintain proper records of repairs, purchases and other expenditures.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices) :

Ability to read and write in English; ability to communicate with personnel and vendors.

Duties :

Develop and participate in-service training for maintenance personnel; serve on facility committees and provide reports on maintenance activities; attend department head meetings; ensure maintenance personnel receive proper training for infection control, Hazardous Communication and Universal Precautions prior to training.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices) :

Ability to communicate effectively with personnel; ability to read and write in English; ability to understand and apply training and in-service education.