Maintenance Director

Maintenance SupervisorEnsures maintenance department operates according to policies and procedures, within budgetary guidelines to meet all residents and staff maintenance needs. Performs maintenance and repair of residence, maintaining appearance of the grounds and building as well as ensuring that the building is physically sound and safe while setting the standard for treating residents with respect. Work with outside contractors as needed. Supervises and schedules laundry and housekeeping staff.Qualification StandardsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of maintenance functions and techniques, OSHA standards, state and local fire codes and other safety regulations required. The ability to organize and provide the maintenance needs of the residence and to work with outside vendors and contractors as required. The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is essential. Requires frequent heavy lifting, bending, stooping, climbing, pushing and stretching. Requires moving of heavy furniture, equipment and boxes.Education: High school diploma or GED is preferred.Experience: Four or more years maintenance experience is required, preferably in the health care industry.Certificates/ Licenses: HVAC certificate preferred. Valid driver's license in the state employed is required. Have or obtain CDL driver's license. CPR preferred.Essential Job FunctionsThe responsibilities include but are not limited to federal, state and the following:Perform all duties and responsibilities with a positive attitude.Ensures the Maintenance Department operates in accordance with all policies and procedures within budgetary guidelines.Performs routine maintenance of residence property and grounds.Performs routine maintenance and repair on the residence building systems and equipment.Ensures work area is free of hazardous conditions and ensures safety rules and regulations are adhered to.Develops effective staffing and scheduling patterns to ensure delivery of quality housekeeping and laundry services.Supervises trash removal. Works with and monitors all departments with regard to sanitation.Maintains in-house key systemConducts and/or attend all required in-service trainings and/or orientations.Follows and enforces all established safety procedures and precautions when performing maintenance service.Replaces burned out light bulbs for exit lights, overhead lights, room call lights, exterior lights, etc.Establishes and maintains strong preventive maintenance schedules.Establishes and updates fire safety plan. Holds fire drills quarterly for each staffing shift.Orders and maintains proper inventory levels of maintenance supplies.Assists in negotiating and managing outside bids for maintenance contracts.Oversees all outside vendors working in and around building and grounds, including landscaping, building renovations, HVAC repairs and inspections, elevator repairs and inspections, etc.Act as contact person for vendors performing maintenance jobs.Maintains service on company vehicles.Liaison with local fire and inspectional agencies.Provide on call emergency maintenance support per community's best practice needs.Ensure adherence to residents personal and property rights; maintain confidentiality of residents at all times.Interviews and trains maintenance staff.Assesses staffing needs and establishes a work schedule for the maintenance department, including weekly time keeping duties.Maintains contracts binder.Coordinates and assists with the moving of residents in and out of the residence and within the residence.Participates in Manager-On-Duty program.Recording and maintain pursuant to Quality Assurance and Improvement ManualAnything else as assigned.