Director of Maintenance

Betsy Ross Operations LLC • Rome, NY

just now • Onsite

About The Position

Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehab Center is a 120-bed facility offering excellence in rehabilitation and skilled nursing care in a lovely homelike environment that's NEWLY RENOVATED & UNDER NEW ADMININSTRATION! With a focus on rehabilitation and recovery, our skilled team of therapists and healthcare professionals assist residents in achieving optimal health and well-being. We offer residents the perfect setting to experience a tranquil and peaceful backdrop for rehabilitation. Our mission is to provide high quality care to all with respect and compassion through a team approach that focuses on personalized goals. We offer EXCELLENT Aetna Health benefits 1st of the month after hire date, along with other key benefits!
The Director of Maintenance role is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing a healthcare facility, and may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.
Director of Maintenance schedules and directly supervise department staff. Supervise the training of department staff.
Participate in facility inspections and surveys made by government agencies, insurance companies, etc.
Ensure staff coverage for the facility 24 hours/7 days/week (i.e. through on-call system).
Ensure that outside contractors and service providers are supervised and complete work in accordance with work orders/contracts.
Maintain inventory and records of supplies and equipment.
Place orders for equipment and supplies as needed.
Director of Maintenance assists in preparing Department’s budget for equipment, supplies, and labor.
Assist in planning capital budget expenditures for the facility.
Areas of responsibility includes HVAC system, plumbing, utilities, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, generators, and other maintenance functions in and around facility.

Requirements

• At least 5 years experience in maintenance/plant operations, preferably in a healthcare setting
• At least 2 years experience in a maintenance/plant operations managerial/supervisory role.
• Thorough knowledge of boilers, compressors, generators, and allied machinery, as well as the various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to plan and carry out programs in repair or new construction and/or installation.
• Ability to direct others.
• Knowledge of record keeping and cost estimating.
• Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible.
• Minimum High School Diploma or High School Equivalency
• Ability to work cohesively with residents, families, and staff from various departments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of a technical school for performance of general maintenance/facilities operations or specialty area (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.), preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards
• Schedule and directly supervise department staff
• Supervise the training of department staff
• Participate in facility inspections and surveys
• Ensure staff coverage for the facility 24 hours/7 days/week
• Ensure that outside contractors and service providers are supervised
• Maintain inventory and records of supplies and equipment
• Place orders for equipment and supplies as needed
• Assist in preparing Department’s budget for equipment, supplies, and labor
• Assist in planning capital budget expenditures for the facility
• Responsibility includes HVAC system, plumbing, utilities, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, generators, and other maintenance functions in and around facility

Benefits

• EXCELLENT BENEFITS
• LOW COST AETNA health insurance plans 1st of the month AFTER start date
• EXCELLENT Aetna Health benefits 1st of the month after hire date, along with other key benefits!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED