Maintenance Director

Job Description

Job Description

MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR POSITION AVAILABLE

Position: Maintenance Director
Department: Maintenance / Environmental Services
Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Assisted Living Community

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dependable, hands-on, and experienced Maintenance Director to oversee the maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and overall physical condition of our assisted living community.

The Maintenance Director plays an important role in maintaining a safe, comfortable, clean, and well-functioning environment for our residents, families, and staff.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Building & Grounds

• Maintain the overall appearance and condition of the community.

• Perform routine inspections of the building, grounds, common areas, resident rooms, and equipment.

• Identify maintenance concerns before they become larger problems.

• Complete routine repairs and preventative maintenance.

• Maintain outdoor areas, walkways, entrances, and common areas.

• Coordinate landscaping, pest control, and other outside services as needed.

Preventative Maintenance

• Establish and maintain a preventative maintenance schedule.

• Regularly inspect HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, appliances, doors, locks, lighting, and other building equipment.

• Change air filters and perform routine maintenance as scheduled.

• Monitor equipment for unusual noises, leaks, damage, or other concerns.

• Keep accurate records of completed maintenance and inspections.

Resident Rooms

• Respond to resident room maintenance requests in a timely manner.

• Repair or report issues involving plumbing, lighting, doors, furniture, appliances, and other items.

• Communicate respectfully with residents while performing work in their apartments.

• Maintain resident privacy and dignity at all times.

Safety

• Help maintain a safe environment for residents, visitors, and employees.

• Identify and address potential hazards such as water leaks, electrical concerns, trip hazards, damaged flooring, or unsafe equipment.

• Ensure emergency equipment and safety systems are routinely inspected as required.

• Report significant safety concerns to the Executive Director immediately.

• Participate in emergency preparedness and building safety procedures.

Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate with outside contractors and service providers.

• Meet vendors when necessary and monitor work being performed.

• Obtain approval for repairs or services according to community policy.

• Maintain records of vendor visits and completed work.

• Communicate any unresolved maintenance issues to management.

WORK ORDER EXPECTATIONS

The Maintenance Director is expected to:

• Respond to maintenance requests promptly.

• Prioritize emergencies and safety-related concerns.

• Keep work orders organized and up to date.

• Communicate when a repair cannot be completed immediately.

• Follow up to ensure issues have been resolved.

• Maintain a professional and helpful attitude when working with residents and staff.

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

The Maintenance Director is expected to:

• Be dependable and punctual.

• Be available to respond to urgent building issues when required.

• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.

• Communicate effectively with management and staff.

• Treat residents with dignity, respect, and patience.

• Work well with all departments.

• Take ownership of maintenance concerns rather than waiting for someone else to identify problems.

• Keep the Executive Director informed of significant repairs, safety concerns, equipment failures, and building issues.

• Maintain confidentiality regarding residents and community matters.

• Follow all community policies and procedures.

• Keep maintenance areas, tools, equipment, and supplies organized.

HANDS-ON LEADERSHIP

The Maintenance Director should be a hands-on leader who takes pride in the appearance and condition of the community.

The expectation is not simply to respond when something breaks. The Maintenance Director should routinely walk the building and grounds, look for potential problems, identify maintenance needs, and address concerns before they become emergencies whenever possible.

TEAMWORK

The Maintenance Director is an important member of the leadership team and is expected to work cooperatively with:

• Executive Director

• Nursing

• Resident Care

• Activities

• Dining Services

• Housekeeping

• Administrative Staff

• Residents and Families

• Outside Contractors and Vendors

Good communication between departments is essential to keeping the community safe and running efficiently.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for someone who is:

Reliable – shows up, follows through, and can be counted on.

Hands-On – willing and able to perform routine repairs and maintenance.

Organized – keeps work orders, inspections, supplies, and maintenance schedules organized.

Proactive – identifies problems before they become major issues.

Safety-Minded – understands the importance of maintaining a safe environment for seniors.

Professional – represents the community positively when interacting with residents, families, staff, and vendors.

A Team Player – works cooperatively with the entire community.

Problem-Solver – can assess a situation, determine what needs to be done, and communicate when outside assistance is required.

OUR EXPECTATION

Our goal is to provide residents with a safe, comfortable, clean, and well-maintained home .

The Maintenance Director is expected to take pride in the community, respond to concerns promptly, communicate effectively, and work proactively to maintain the building and grounds at a high standard.

MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR POSITION AVAILABLE

If you are dependable, experienced, hands-on, and take pride in keeping a community safe and well maintained, we would love to hear from you!