ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION :
1) Oversees the maintenance department of Mennonite Memorial Home and Willow Ridge; supervises the maintenance staff (e.
- g., assigns work; interviews job applicants; effectively recommends hire and discipline of staff; enforces policy; evaluates work performance;
- receives staff complaints; provides training, ensures proper completion of work and adherence to safety standards; effectively recommends approval of leave requests;
- etc.); manages the department budget including participation in establishing the annual budget; performs annual department inventory;
- creates, manages, and maintains all assigned documentation in accordance with policy and procedure in an accurate and timely manner;
effectively recommends policy changes; ensures proper safety equipment is worn by staff (e.g., goggles, ear protection, gloves, etc.
in accordance with safety requirements and OSHA standards; ensures chemicals, tools, and equipment are properly and safely stored;
works collaboratively with Maintenance Coordinator of Maple Crest for optimum use of MHCO equipment and human resources.
2) Oversees and / or performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled building and equipment maintenance activities (service repairs and preventive maintenance) in order to ensure the upkeep of buildings (e.
g., repair of : plumbing fixtures and pipes; switches and breakers; windows, doors, locks, and door frames; HVAC units; replacement and / or repair of lighting units;
etc.); visually inspects buildings to ensure proper preparation and painting of buildings when needed; visually inspects equipment to ensure maintenance of equipment (e.
- g., lawn mowers, vehicles, nursing equipment, etc.); pushes and pulls beds on wheels weighing approximately 200 pounds as directed;
- lifts and carries televisions weighing approximately up to 50 pounds as directed; lifts furniture weighing approximately up to 75 pounds as directed;
- coordinates maintenance repair requests; schedules contractors as needed; coordinates construction projects; monitors vendor pricing and activity;
purchases necessary items from vendors.
- 3) Ensures maintenance of a safe environment of physical buildings and grounds for elders and staff; routinely inspects interior and exterior of buildings for needed repairs;
- maintains accurate records including documentation of incidents involving staff and reports to Administrator and / or Safety Officer;
- maintains Fire Marshall and Life Safety records; develops, maintains, and executes a written preventive maintenance program;
conducts and / or coordinates scheduled maintenance of employer-owned automobiles.
4) Oversees grounds maintenance including snow removal and salt application keeping sidewalks and parking areas clear and in good repair;
ensures proper maintenance of lawns including cottages on MHCO property; ensures removal of trash and sanitation of dumpsters and containers.
5) Coordinates set up and tear down of special events.
6) Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars, as assigned; participates in events as assigned.
7) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
8) Maintains all required licensure and certifications; attends continuing education and in-service programs as required.
9) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions; serves as role model in the implementation of policy and OSHA standard on Universal Precaution ensuring staff compliance and follow-up with required retraining and disciplinary action.
10) Complies with all Corporate Compliance Policies and the Code of Ethics.
11) Participates in customer relations with appropriate and professional behavior and attire.
12) Performs any and all other related duties as assigned or directed in order to promote, further, and ensure the caring, effective and efficient operation of the facilities of Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio.
13) Must be available for occasional weekend and evening work as required and be on call.
KNOWLEDGE EXPECTATIONS :
- OSHA-SDS sheets and procedures.
- Fire and safety procedures.
- Proper care and maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs and other plants.
- Function and operation of kitchen appliances (dishwasher, coffee maker, etc.) and office equipment (fax machine, photocopier, telephone, computer, etc.
maintenance and grounds equipment with the ability to do minor repairs.
- Understanding of and ability to repair minor plumbing, electrical and carpentry problems.
- Drywall repair and painting.
- Completion of secondary education.
- Supervisory experience required.
- Experience in maintenance required.