Director of Building and Grounds (Maintenance Supervisor)

Senior Living Residences•Farmington, CT

21h•$80,000

About The Position

Director of Building and Grounds (Maintenance) Farmington, Connecticut Farmington Station is professionally managed by Senior Living Residences, who enjoys an exceptional reputation among both families and professionals for providing quality care, creating innovative programs that enhance quality of life for residents and for maintaining the highest of industry standards. But it is our associates’ commitment to our “Right Values” philosophy that established and maintains this position of excellence, respect and trustworthiness in the senior housing industry. Working in the assisted living field requires compassion, integrity. Our most successful associates don’t view their role as just a job but as an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of seniors. Farmington Station’s caring and compassionate Resident Care team members provide direct care to our senior residents. A career at Farmington Station means joining a team of caring and compassionate professionals who are encouraged to share their opinions and ideas. Voted a #5 top place to work by Hartford Courant, you will find meaningful work with a team that delivers great service for a company that has your back. Enjoy an outstanding benefits package and the opportunity to enrich the lives of seniors. Learn more about Farmington Station here . AVAILABLE SHIFTS: Full Time: weekdays during business hours with manager-on-duty rotation

Requirements

Safety regulations, state/federal codes and safe work practices, budget development and fiscal management, and maintenance trades, A MUST!
P lumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting and preventative maintenance, preferred
Standing, lifting (up to 30 pounds), bending
An ability to communicate effectively with residents, co-workers, and families
Lifting and moving up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
Ability to learn new technologies, and use project management tool: TELS
One year of experience with supervising or training staff
Be on time and reliable : Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our team to be reliable at all times.

Responsibilities

Performing hands-on maintenance and repair work as required and directing maintenance technicians in the performance of maintenance and repair work
Effectively managing/conducting service and maintenance requests from residents, maintaining the landscaping and overall look of the community, keeping building interior and exterior in good repair and ensuring that the building is properly cleaned
Conducting, scheduling, and/or directing ongoing and preventive maintenance programs including HVAC, plumbing, water, gas, electrical, mechanical, sprinkler/fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, communications, carpentry, painting, plastering, refinishing and similar work
Scheduling repairs and routine maintenance of all institutional equipment, appliances and vehicles, including the community van
Scheduling and conducting work (and/or supervising workers/contractors) for apartment turnovers with rapid turnaround, ranging from refurbishing kitchenettes and installing new carpet to simple paint touch-ups
Monitoring and managing the department budget
Managing, directing and supervising all department staff including housekeeping/laundry associates and enforcing compliance with all safety rules and regulations

Benefits

Annual rate starting at $80,000
Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance , disability coverage , complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match.
DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
Generous bonus program for referring associates and residents
Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
Nationwide tuition rewards program.
Free meal during scheduled shifts.
Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking