Director of Plant Operations

Mira Vie at Warren•Warren, NJ

About The Position

The Director of Plant Operations supervises and manages housekeeping staff and oversees maintenance, repair, and upkeep activities at the managed community. The position communicates with the management company on appropriate matters and develops preventive maintenance programs to keep community equipment in good working order. It also coordinates staff and contractors, supports regulatory compliance and safety, and responds to resident or community emergencies as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum three years of experience as maintenance staff preferred.
Strong working knowledge of employment laws and company regulations.
Valid state driver's license required for vehicle travel as needed.
Ability to paint, vacuum, climb into attics, and work from a ladder.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal and mediation skills.
Ability to evaluate workers' performance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program for equipment and systems, including HVAC, fire alarms, emergency calls, generators, kitchen equipment, irrigation, sprinklers, and outside walkways.
Conduct quarterly property walk-throughs to identify areas of concern and needed work.
Contract with engineering contractors and vendors and verify that their insurance and licenses are current.
Prioritize work orders according to management company standards and resident needs, and determine the resources needed to respond.
Manage and 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 staff in the Maintenance and Housekeeping Departments.
Ensure the quality of work performed by housekeepers and Maintenance personnel.
Schedule and monitor staff labor within the building's budget.
Inspect apartments after resident move-outs and determine what work is needed to prepare them for new residents.
Direct maintenance and housekeeping staff to prepare apartments for move-in, using appropriate checklists and tools.
Ensure the property's exterior is maintained and coordinate landscaping, snow removal, and garbage or trash removal by staff or contractors.
Maintain inventory of general supplies, parts, and equipment needed for repairs and maintenance.
Maintain required engineering files.
Assess plumbing and electrical problems and determine the appropriate corrective action 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 according to company standards.
Develop and implement safety policies and procedures.
Foster teamwork, take initiative in overcoming obstacles, assist others beyond assigned responsibilities, and positively affect co-workers, residents, and visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.