Maintenance Director

Join The Lutheran Communities TeamLooking to use your professional talents for a purpose that truly matters? At the heart of our non-profit mission is a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors through compassionate care and community support. Come join the Lutheran Communities Team and make a lasting impact on our residents!ResponsibilitiesResponsible for facility maintenance, laundry, housekeeping, and grounds. Upholds the mission statement and philosophy of Grace Lutheran Communities and/or its affiliates.Essential FunctionsDevelops, implements and maintains plant operations service objectives, policies, and procedures.Fosters positive communication within the department and the organization.Promotes organizations' team concept. Interprets philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of organization to plant operations personnel.Makes decisions and performs all duties in accordance with organization's policies/procedures, state and federal regulations and in conformance with recognized standards.Ensures all areas of responsibility stay in compliance with pertinent local, state, and federal regulations related to maintenance and Life Safety code.Develops and maintains preventative maintenance programs.Maintains required records and reports as necessary including documentation on preventative maintenance.Closely monitors all equipment, projects related to building and grounds such as new construction or remodeling.Recruitment and selection of qualified personnel necessary to meet the needs of the residents and facilities.Works in close cooperation with corporate and administrative team members.Ensures fair and consistent treatment of all staff.Continually monitors and evaluates staff performance.Investigates and initiates incidents of discipline/corrective action (including discharge), if necessary, according to established personnel procedures.Accessible to staff on all shifts.Responsible for assuring a clean, attractive, safe and secure environment for residents, tenants, staff and visitors.Makes routine and/or daily rounds of areas of responsibility.Participates in establishing and reviewing procedures for all areas of responsibility.Prepares reports as requested.Attends pertinent meetings and serves on appropriate committees regarding areas of responsibility.Plans annual budget and works within an approved budget; supervises and approves all purchases.Plans and implements staff development program, including required in-service education to meet the needs of all staff.Reviews all department staff accident and incident reports. Maintains and safeguards confidential information.Communicates effectively with residents, families, co-workers and public.Functions independently in situations that require professional judgment.Serves as a role model by recognizing and meeting the needs of the residents, families and staff.Physical RequirementsOccasionally lifts and carries equipment weighing 30-80 pounds.Frequently lifts and carries 10-25 pounds.Constantly lifts and carries less than 10 pounds.Occasionally twists, squats, kneels, crawls, climb ladders, walk on uneven ground, work above ground on roof.Frequently stoops/bends, climbs stairs, reaches at, above or below shoulder height.Other RequirementsAdapts to frequent interruptions/changing situations.Must be able to communicate orally and/or in writing with residents, staff, families, and the public.Prefer a minimum of one-year supervisory experience.Minimum of 2 years' experience with physical plants and their systems such as HVAC, security, electrical, plumbing, etc.Background or knowledge of state and federal codes.An equivalent combination of education and experience as noted above.Follows/adheres to organization, federal, and state regulations and guidelines, including Resident/Client rights.Maintains neat, well-groomed appearance, adhering to dress code of organization/program.