Overview
DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE JOB DESCRIPTION
General Purpose:
To plan, organize and direct the overall operation of the department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, ensuring that the facility is maintained in a safe, comfortable condition.
Qualifications:
1. Must be knowledgeable of boilers, compressors, generators and mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
2. Must be knowledgeable of building codes, life safety codes and blueprint interpretation.
3. Must be at least 18 years of age.
4. Completion of secondary education or otherwise show ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
5. Must speak and understand English.
6. Previous experience in a supervisory capacity.
7. Patience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderly.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Maintenance Functions
Duties:
Plan, develop and direct the Maintenance Department; coordinate maintenance services with other departments; ensure outside services are properly completed and supervised in accordance with contracts; assist in establishing and maintaining a preventive maintenance program; ensure compliance with fire and safety codes; interact with fire, building and safety inspectors; report accident/incident reports to administration; respond to and be available for emergency calls; ensure proper maintenance of the facility including carpentry work, groundskeeping, painting, equipment and HVAC systems.
2. Personnel Functions
Duties:
Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, discipline and discharge of maintenance personnel; schedule department hours to ensure proper coverage; ensure maintenance personnel are performing their assignments; maintain appropriate employee records; coordinate maintenance services to ensure performance without interruption.
3. Safety and Sanitation Functions
Duties:
Follow established safety procedures when operating equipment; supervise fire and safety programs; regularly inspect equipment, building and grounds to ensure a safe and comfortable environment; promptly report facility or equipment damage to the Administrator; ensure maintenance employees attend and participate in Hazardous Communication and Universal Precautions training programs prior to reporting to work assignments and comply with proper waste disposal and inspection control procedures; expected to respond to emergency situations involving the safety of residents, other employees and the facility; ability to assist with a possible evacuation of residents.
4. Residents’ Rights Functions
Duties:
Maintain resident confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect; know and comply with Residents' Rights rules: ensure that residents' personal and property rights are followed by maintenance personnel at all times; review, promptly report to the Administrator and maintain written records of all resident complaints and grievances.
5. Equipment and Supply Functions
Duties:
Forecast needs of the department; assist in preparing the Maintenance Department budget; order equipment and supplies as necessary; maintain proper records of repairs, purchases and other expenditures.
6. Staff Development Functions
Duties:
Develop and participate in-service training for maintenance personnel; serve on facility committees and provide reports on maintenance activities; attend department head meetings; ensure maintenance personnel receive proper training for infection control, Hazardous Communication and Universal Precautions prior to training.
7. All Other Duties as Assigned
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