Maintenance Director

JOB SUMMARY :

The Maintenance / Housekeeping Director will be responsible for all maintenance work inside and outside of the entire building including resident suites and maintenance of the grounds and exterior of the building.

This position responds to repair and maintenance requests submitted by residents and employees. This position is responsible for supervision of all maintenance and housekeeping staff and assigning personnel to specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.

POSITION OVERVIEW :

• Repair toilets, unclog drains and toilets, remove sink traps for cleaning, and repair leaks & drips and / or other plumbing issues.
• Replace and clean filters in air-conditioning and heating units, washers, dryers, extractors, water systems, vents, and exhaust fans in bathrooms and oven stoves.
• Repair windows, screens, shades, & blinds, doors, hinges, handles and locks.
• Repair lawn mowers, snow blowers, kitchen appliances, washers, dryers, floor machines, ice machines, etc.
• Replace light bulbs, fuses, batteries, ballasts, circuit breakers, electric plugs, emergency call-system cords, electrical outlets, smoke detectors, etc.
• Install or repair handrails, grab bars, towel bars, shower heads, and other misc. fixtures.
• Repair beds, bedrails, wheelchairs, walkers, misc. furniture repairs, etc.
• Paint walls, ceilings, doors, trim, shelves, and parking lot stripes.
• Build and construct shelves, racks, and misc. furniture items.
• Repair and replace roofing, gutters, downspouts, drains, sprinkler heads, etc.
• Maintain a supply of replacement parts for building equipment including supply catalogs.
• Establish vendor resources for repairs and supplies.
• Maintain and repair lawn furniture and outside décor such as lights, etc.
• Complete routine maintenance inspections throughout the building.
• Clean up after every job and test the equipment to be assured it is in proper working order.
• Schedule, conduct and supervise required fire drills.
• Respond to emergency calls from the community during all hours.
• Maintain & oversee the snow and ice removal of walkways and parking lots (as needed).
• Oversee that housekeeping staff follow established infection control practices when performing housekeeping / laundry procedures.
• Conduct daily inspections of assigned work areas to ensure cleanliness and sanitary conditions are maintained.
• Understand functions of various soaps, bleaches, softeners, and other chemicals and train assigned personnel in the proper techniques and use of these substances.
• Ensure that garbage is disposed of daily in accordance with the established sanitation procedures.
• Manage the staffing needs of the maintenance / housekeeping dept. by interviewing, and hiring, and training of staff in collaboration with the Business Office Manager.
• Supervise and schedule maintenance and housekeeping staff.
• Assist the Business Office Manager in the completion of new hire paperwork, monitoring time sheets, and performing employee evaluations per company policy.
• Monitoring departmental expenses to stay within the required budget for staffing and maintenance supplies.
• Attend departmental meetings, staff meetings and safety meetings.
• Submit accident / incident reports of supervised staff.
• Sign, code and submit invoices and receipts to the business office in a timely manner.
• Consider safety first and never extend beyond knowledge and experience.
• Train assigned personnel in the proper techniques of mixing chemicals, disinfectants, cleaning methods, and use of equipment.
• Serve as backup for maintenance and housekeeping staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident-care information.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Education : High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience : One year minimum of related experience preferred.
• Job Knowledge : Ability to use tools and equipment to repair and construct; knowledge and ability to work on plumbing systems, electrical systems, alarm systems, appliances including household and commercial stoves, refrigerators, washers, dryers, air-conditioning and heating units.
• Other : Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as specifications, planes, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and federal standards and safety requirements.

Must have good communication skills and must be able to effectively communicate in English and understand and follow written and oral direction.

Must have driver’s license and clean driving record.