Major Duties and Responsibilities
Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the Maintenance Department, its programs and activities.
Ensures the facility remains in compliance with all federal, state and local regulations for Life Safety Code compliance.
Reviews the department’s policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually for revisions and makes recommendations to the Assistant Administrator/Administrator.
Prepares operating and staffing budgets for maintenance and monitors monthly.
Ensures maintenance staff are properly trained on safety policies and procedures as well as monitors compliance.
Ensures proper planning, direction, participation, and supervision of both preventative and unplanned maintenance and repair activities in the facility, which includes painting, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and electrical work.
Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
v Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
v Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
v Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
v Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
v Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.
v Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
v Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
v Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
v Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. May be subject to call back for emergencies.
v Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
v Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
v May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
v Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
v May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.
Additional Assigned Tasks
v Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
v Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
v Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
v Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
v Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
v Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
v Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
v Coordinates all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
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Maintenance Director