Chief Engineer

Inspīr Modern Senior Living•New York, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Overall responsibility for maintaining the building, grounds and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Accountable for managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Develops and implements strategies that will deliver products and services, which meet or exceed the needs and expectations of residents, guests, and associates while maximizing the financial performance. Responsible for maintaining standards and regulatory requirements. Leads the emergency response team for all facility issues.

Requirements

Must have technical training in HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing and at least one of the following
High school diploma or GED; 6 years' experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area
2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 4 years' experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area
Meets Fire and Life Safety Director Requirements (T-89/F-89)
Experience and passion in working with seniors
Able to perform tasks which may be physically demanding such as pushing, bending and lifting up to 60lbs.
Ability to maintain positive working relationships with residents, their families, peers and other staff members.
In good physical and emotional health and free of communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

Provide outstanding customer service to all residents, family members, responsible persons, and visitors of residents in the community
Recruits, hires, and supervises staff in maintenance and housekeeping. Provides performance feedback to staff and monitors performance to ensure high quality services are being delivered consistently.
Maintains department staffing schedule and ensures appropriate staffing coverage daily.
Performs general maintenance work (light, electrical, painting, carpentry, etc.).
Aware and knowledgeable of the federal and state laws and regulations regarding assisted living/memory care, including the state’s fire safety code; ensures and maintains regulatory compliance with all such regulations.
Understand HVAC and can operate and maintain equipment.
Replenishes and maintains supply levels in work areas.
Assures that the facility and all equipment are properly maintained for resident comfort and convenience.
Consistently and routinely maintains and repairs equipment and documents any hazardous conditions.
Conducts daily inspections of buildings, grounds and equipment to determine necessary maintenance and repairs.
Maintains drawings and plans on file for the community.
Maintains a file of manufacturer’s instructions and warranty information on all equipment.
Supervises safety and fire protection and prevention programs by inspecting work areas and equipment at least weekly.
Directs staff and residents in the event of a fire or other emergency.
Assures that personnel follow established safety practices (OSHA) and maintain the organization of the physical plant of the facility.
Responsible for maintaining the general appearance of the building including but not limited to, assisting and cleaning up after events and general clean up during scheduled shift, arranging furniture on an ongoing basis.
Oversees and supervises landscape and know removal contractors to ensure quality work.
Establishes and manages a preventative maintenance schedule.
Establishes and maintains an effective work-order system.
Ensures a preventative maintenance log on all mechanical systems is maintained and kept current.
Keeps track of monthly budget (supplies and purchased services) and works with General Manager to ensure budget goals are achieved.
Responsible for weekly submission of invoices and spend-down report.
Carry out other duties as assigned.