Maintenance Director - Torrance, CA

Maintenance Director

Pay Range: $32.00 to $34.00 Sunday through Thursday 8:30am to 5pm

Oakmont of Torrance is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management Group, we provide exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five-star services and amenities. Residents enjoy a rewarding lifestyle with individualized comprehensive support that promotes continuing independence. We deliver meaningful lifestyles and relationships with residents, families, and team members by developing a winning culture and living these values: Authenticity, Teamwork, Compassion, Commitment, Resilience.

With communities across California, Colorado, Hawaii, and Nevada, opportunities for career growth, relocation, and travel are significant. In addition, eligible team members may enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
• Complimentary Meals
• Bonus Opportunities
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Recognition Programs
• Student Loan Refinancing
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emergency Financial Assistance

The Maintenance Director is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the general operating maintenance, repair, and housekeeping of the physical plant the interior and exterior of the Community to maintain proper operations of the property. They will oversee the general operations of the maintenance department and housekeeping department to ensure that the property is maintained in a safe, clean, and comfortable manner in accordance with property policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate mechanical ability and/or capability of self-teaching to work on equipment such as washer/extractors and dryers; refrigeration and heating units; ice machines; minor plumbing; minor electrical difficulties such as replacement of wall switches, receptacles, loose wiring, and resident call devices; carpentry and painting, etc. (explained in more detail below).
• ELECTRICAL DUTIES: Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching involving troubleshooting, identifying a problem, and obtaining materials to fully repair electrical difficulties including but not limited to wall switches, interior/exterior lighting, cover plates, receptacles, loose wiring, resident call systems, control devices, laundry, and kitchen equipment.
• STRUCTURAL DUTIES: Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching regarding planning, ordering, and installing cabinets for remodeling of apartments. Performing carpentry duties such as repairing or replacing sheetrock, plywood, and/or structural materials. Repairing resident fur
• PAINTING DUTIES: Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching to include but not limited to planning, ordering, and performing painting requirements (interior/exterior) of the entire complex. Work to be completed in a timely and professional manner. Properly dispose of materials (paint thinner, lacquer, etc.) ensuring compliance with local state, and federal EPA guidelines.
• PLUMBING DUTIES: Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching regarding planning, ordering, and performing minor plumbing problems including but not limited to repairing faucets, showers, drains, and any other type of plumbing-related problem.
• Conduct daily inspection of the property's outside grounds. Immediately correct any needed items to assure the property is always tour-ready.

Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Prefer two (2) years experience in the building industry, maintenance and/or housekeeping handling the upkeep, repair, and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, and structural matters. Knowledge of building construction is helpful.
• Prefer one (1) year of experience supervising and managing employees
• Able to safely operate a wide variety of equipment and tools
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn the theory and practice of assisted living and dementia care
• Able to work with seniors and patiently interact with cognitively impaired individuals
• Able to be flexible, adapt and respond to change, make decisions in stressful situations, and prioritize tasks and projects.
• Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including physical and TB Tests.
• For the health and safety of our team members and residents, Oakmont Management Group may require team members to vaccinate, participate in daily screening, surveillance testing, and to wear face coverings and other personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 or other communicable diseases, per regulatory guidelines.

Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is a recognized leader in the senior living industry that manages a portfolio of communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brands. OMG serves thousands of seniors across communities in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. At OMG, we strive to create an atmosphere of family and community among team members, residents, and resident family members. We know that caring and meaningful relationships are the foundation of a rewarding life, and our team is hand-selected for their skills, previous experience, and passion for working with the elderly. Our practice is to incorporate joy and laughter alongside our expectations of excellence. Walk into our communities and feel our pride of ownership and commitment to service.

Oakmont Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.