Director of Plant Operations

Mira Vie at Forsgate•Monroe Township, NJ

About The Position

The Director of Plant Operations supervises and manages housekeeping staff and oversees maintenance, repairs, and upkeep at the managed community. The role also communicates with the management company on appropriate matters. Responsibilities include maintaining the community’s equipment and facilities, coordinating staff and contractors, supporting resident needs, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and company policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Valid state driver’s license required for vehicle travel as needed.
Able to paint, vacuum, climb into attics, and perform work off a ladder.
Strong working knowledge of employment laws and company regulations.
Excellent verbal and written skills, interpersonal and mediation skills, and ability to evaluate workers’ performance.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree strongly preferred in Business or a field related to the position.
Minimum three years’ experience as maintenance staff preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance program for equipment and systems, including HVAC, fire alarms, emergency calls, generators, kitchen equipment, irrigation, sprinklers, and outside walkways.
Conduct quarterly walk-throughs to identify areas of concern and needed attention.
Contract with engineering contractors and vendors and ensure their insurance and licenses are current.
Prioritize work orders according to management company standards and resident needs, and determine the resources needed to address them.
Coordinate compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, SDS, OSHA, EPA regulations, and fire codes.
Interview, screen, check references, hire, evaluate, coach, and terminate Maintenance and Housekeeping Department staff.
Ensure the quality of work performed by housekeeping and maintenance personnel.
Schedule and monitor staff labor within the building’s budget.
Inspect apartments after resident move-outs, determine the work required, and direct staff to prepare apartments for new residents using appropriate checklists and tools.
Ensure the property exterior is maintained, including coordinating landscaping, snow removal, and garbage and trash removal by staff or contractors.
Maintain inventory control for general supplies, parts, and equipment needed for repairs and maintenance.
Maintain required engineering files.
Assess plumbing and electrical problems and determine the best course of action to correct them within the legal scope of local and state codes.
Review safety data sheets for potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, take necessary precautions, and implement related staff policies and procedures.
Assess property damage and file property damage claims in accordance with company policy.
Respond appropriately to resident or community emergencies and assist as needed.
Maintain offices, shops, and mechanical areas to company standards.
Develop and implement safety policies and procedures.
Foster teamwork, show initiative in overcoming obstacles, assist others beyond job responsibilities, and positively impact co-workers, residents, and visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.