The Director of Maintenance will oversee all physical aspects of the facility including service of electrical and mechanical systems; maintenance of equipment, physical plant, utilities, and grounds; and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
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
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
Responds appropriately to resident or community emergencies by assisting as needed
Creates, schedules, implements, and manages a preventive maintenance program for production machinery and equipment
Evaluates jobs in process and on completion to ensure products meet safety and work quality expectations
Directs the maintenance and operations of various facility systems to ensure uninterrupted service. Covered systems may include electrical, refrigeration, water, steam, and compressed gas
Conducts analysis and maintenance as required for boiler, air wash-water, and similar systems
Procures materials, supplies, and repair parts to maintain inventory as required
Suggests, plans, and oversees equipment needs and acquisition to maximize production efficiency and return
Develops maintenance procedures and schedules
Ensures maintenance and repair work is completed correctly and in a timely manner
Assists with departmental budget estimates and costs of specific repair projects
Assist in the recruitment, interviewing & selection of maintenance personnel
QUALIFICATIONS :
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :
Bachelor’s degree
At least five years of experience in supervisory positions that combine technical, managerial and financial expertise
Thorough understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations as they pertain to facility operation and maintenance in nursing care facilities
Extensive knowledge of building systems such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify issues and determine repairs that are needed
Ability to plan maintenance schedules for building systems
Excellent management and supervisory skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Oversees, schedules and coordinates daily work assignments of maintenance, electrical, and mechanical operation workers
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
This job operates in a health care setting
This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center
Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment
May experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs or maintenance
Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear
The employee must occasionally lift or move up 50 pounds
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