Maintenance Director

PRIMARY DUTY

The primary purpose of the Maintenance Director is to develop and implement Plant Operations policies and procedures in an efficient, cost-effective manner to safely meet residents’ needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE

· Assume accountability for data contained in the employees’ handbook.

· Observe all facility safety policies and procedures.

· Observe all facility infection control procedures

· Comply with state, federal, and all other applicable health care and safety standards

· Follow facility Residents’ Rights policies

· Protect the confidentiality of all resident information

· Demonstrate awareness and understanding of the facility culture and the expectations it incurs

· Exhibit consideration of how the facility’s culture affects our service to the veterans we serve

· Attend/complete required in-services and other required meetings

· Maintain valid license or certification as required for position

· Arrive at work in clean, neat attire and consistently present a professional appearance

· Come to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality

· Assist families and other visitors as needed

· Perform all duties assigned in an effective, timely and professional manner

· Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner

· Perform other related duties as directed by his/her supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Develop and implement maintenance systems to meet residents’ needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

· Determine the personnel requirements for the Plant Operations department and make recommendations for sufficient staff to implement maintenance policies and procedures.

· Develop and implement a monitoring system for the Plant Operations department and make recommendations for implementation to assure compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

· Supervise the entire operation of the Plant Operations department.

· Order or requisition supplies to operate the Plant Operations department.

· Maintain safety data sheets (SDS). Enter information and maintain all required logs in a neat, organized and timely manner.

· Organize and maintain all records necessary to operate the Plant Operations department.

· Develop and implement repair and maintenance schedules for all areas of the facility and grounds.

· Supervise schedules for repair and maintenance by contractors.

· Interview and hire appropriate individuals to implement maintenance schedules.

· Orient new employees to maintenance duties.

· Supervise maintenance procedures, waste disposal procedures, proper care and use of maintenance equipment in accordance with facility policy.

· Identify, report to administration and schedule repair of any equipment malfunction and areas in poor repair. Perform maintenance and repair procedures in accordance with facility policy.

· Dispense maintenance equipment and supplies in a cost-effective manner.

· Attend in-service training programs for Plant Operations employees.

· Assume Quality Assurance duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONS and EXPERIENCE an equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

This position requires a High School diploma (or equivalent); an Associate’s degree (or equivalent) from a two year college or technical school and a minimum of three to 5 years long-term care experience is preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS of this position are generally as follows:

This position plans, organizes, directs, and controls the facilities management functions of the building. This includes direct supervision of facility employees and coordination of outside vendors. Assists in the development and use of departmental policies, procedures, equipment , supplies, etc. Coordinates the facility services with other departments (i.e. Dietary, Nursing, Activities, etc.) Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. This position acts as the building’s Safety Director and is responsible for insuring regulatory compliance and developing a culture of safety within the building. Makes periodic rounds to check equipment and to ensure that necessary equipment is available and working properly. Assists in preparing and planning the Maintenance Department’s budget for equipment, supplies, and labor. Manages small projects from inception to completion in cooperation with other administrative and support staff.

This position oversees the activities of all Maintenance staff and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of these employees. This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Tennessee State Veterans’ Home Board polices and applicable state and federal laws. Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

· Language Ability - Reads and interprets documents. Ability to write simple reports and correspondence Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information

· Verbal Communication - Talks to others to convey information effectively

· English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar

· Math Ability - Basic knowledge of arithmetic and their applications

· Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple written or oral instructions

· Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology

· Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness

· Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time

· Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events

· Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; advises for additional resources

· Attendance/Punctuality - Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time

· Dependability - Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan

· Professionalism - Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions

COMPUTER SKILLS/EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM THE JOB which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

· Desktop/Notebook computers

· MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

· The employee may be exposed to blood, bodily fluids, odors, airborne particles, dust or fumes, and toxic or caustic chemicals

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

PHYSICAL ABILITIES commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel or crouch, use hands to use hands to grasp, manipulate or feel objects and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell.

· The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color discrimination, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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