Director of Maintenance

Long Beach Healthcare Center•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth? WHAT WE'RE ABOUT We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction. Position Summary: Supervises the day-to-day activities of the Maintenance Department in accordance with company policy and procedures, current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing the facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the facility environment is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.

Requirements

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1-3 years' related experience required; previous supervisory experience in acute or long-term care environment preferred
High school diploma or equivalent required
Must be knowledgeable in operation of boilers, compressors, generators, etc., as well as various mechanical, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.
Ability to read and interpret blue prints, wiring schematics, etc.
Knowledgeable in building codes, safety regulations, maintenance practices and procedures
Must be licensed in accordance with current applicable standards, codes, labor laws, etc.
Ability to plan and carry out programs in repair, new construction, and equipment installation.

Responsibilities

Inspects facility on regular basis to ensure that grounds, buildings and equipment are maintained in a safe, clean, attractive, efficient and fully operational manner, in accordance with established policies and procedures. Ensures that all hazardous areas are properly identified.
Inspects, maintains and tests fire alarm and emergency systems in accordance with established policies and procedures. Maintains appropriate records of test results.
Establishes and implements an effective preventive maintenance program of cleaning, painting, maintaining facility equipment, etc., as needed. Establishes a priority system for unscheduled maintenance.
Maintains the heating and cooling units/systems in proper working condition, as specified by the manufacturer. Prior to the onset of seasonal changes, inspects the systems for loose wires, broken lines, leaks, etc., and pre-start unit/system to ensure it is in proper working order.
Maintains disaster preparedness manual. May conduct fire and/or disaster drills and training. Ensures that there are adequate emergency supplies on hand.
Requisitions, controls, and maintains an adequate level of required maintenance supplies and equipment from approved vendors. Replaces equipment as necessary and approved.
Reports the following in accordance with established facility procedures and regulatory standards: accidents and incidents; resident grievances, complaints, allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property; occupational exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals; concerns and suspected incidences of non-compliance including but not limited to hazardous conditions and equipment.