Director of Maintenance

Position Summary:

- Ensures the residence and grounds are in good repair and provide a safe and attractive environment for residents, family members and guests. Also maintains compliance with OSHA, MSDS, state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA.

Essential Functions:

- Inspects residence and grounds regularly identifying any areas in need of repairs - Responds promptly to all requests for repairs or maintenance concerns - Performs Manager On Duty responsibilities when assigned - Assists with resident move-ins and move-outs - Prepares resident rooms and apartments for new residents - Assists with set-up and clean-up for special events when applicable - Maintains grounds, coordinates lawn service and other outdoor grounds service as required - Tests the fire protection systems as required by code and schedules regular inspections - Tests residence security systems on a regular basis - Maintains HVAC system ensuring a comfortable temperature in the community - Ensures an effective lighting system in the community - Ensures that plumbing system is in compliance with code and working properly at all times - Secures all maintenance equipment to prevent injuries to residents, associates and visitors - Provides proper removal and disposal of trash - Conducts regular safety inspections, fire drills, emergency evacuation drills, etc. regularly - Participates in training associates in safety issues, emergency situations and safe practices - Participates in the recruitment and hiring of maintenance, housekeeping and laundry associates (if applicable) - Manages time and assignments of maintenance technicians, housekeeping and laundry associates (if applicable) to meet the needs of the community - The ability to work in a safe and alert manner - The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents - Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.

Non-Essential Functions:

- Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership - Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy - Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able - Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University - Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis - Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent - All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

Requirements

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

- High school education. Associates or Bachelors degree preferred - Minimum of one (1) year in general maintenance experience required - Minimum of one (1) year of supervision or management experience preferred - Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts - Knowledge of Federal and State safety and fire codes - Knowledge of OSHA regulations and MSDS - Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook software preferred - Able to make independent decisions - Able to seek out new methods and willing to incorporate them into existing practices when applicable - Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens

Background Screening Requirement

In all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the Clearinghouse, disqualifying offenses, and exemption procedures, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com