Facilities Manager - SNF/Tooele

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CARE GROUP•Tooele, UT

3d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Manager directs the day-to-day activities of the Maintenance Department at a skilled nursing facility, ensuring the facility is maintained safely and comfortably and complies with applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations. The role plans and oversees department programs, staffing, budgets, preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, safety training, life-safety programs, and emergency preparedness. The manager supervises maintenance technicians, housekeeping, and laundry personnel, and coordinates work performed by outside vendors. The position involves maintaining facility systems and equipment, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and architectural systems. It also includes coordinating fire-safety and emergency drills, supporting regulatory inspections and surveys, addressing identified deficiencies, and upholding resident rights, confidentiality, infection-control practices, and facility policies. The work may require movement throughout the facility, physical maintenance tasks, work beyond normal hours, weekend or holiday work when necessary, and emergency call-backs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of experience in a supervisory capacity in a maintenance- or plant-related position.
Licensure in accordance with applicable standards, codes, labor laws, and other requirements.
Working understanding of electrical systems, HVAC systems, and various mechanical and architectural systems.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and building codes.
Ability to observe, listen, and communicate effectively; work cooperatively and deal tactfully with residents, families, staff, visitors, government agencies, and the public.
Proficiency in computer skills and working knowledge of current PC applications, including Microsoft Office and Google Chrome.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday and perform common physical movements, including bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and overhead lifting.
Ability to lift, move, push, or pull at least 35 pounds to a minimum height of five feet and move or carry that weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
Ability to tolerate varying temperatures and hot, cold, or wet environments; work throughout all areas of the facility; and cope with the mental, emotional, and physical stress of the position.
Meets facility general health requirements, including medical and physical examinations and immunity-status checks.
Ability to work beyond normal working hours, weekends, and holidays when necessary, and to be called back for emergencies.
Ability to assist with resident evacuation during emergency situations.
Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace.
As a condition of employment, abide by facility standards, policies, procedures, and compliance and ethics requirements; complete assigned training and competency requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Facilities Manager in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct Maintenance Department programs and activities.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, including Life Safety Code, Health Care Facilities Code, OSHA standards, safety requirements, and building codes.
Review department policies, procedures, manuals, and job descriptions at least annually and recommend revisions to the Assistant Administrator/Administrator.
Prepare and monitor maintenance operating and staffing budgets.
Train maintenance staff on safety policies and procedures and monitor compliance.
Plan, direct, participate in, and supervise preventive and unplanned maintenance and repairs, including painting, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and electrical work.
Purchase maintenance tools, supplies, equipment, and safety equipment within budget and train personnel in their appropriate use.
Ensure work performed by outside vendors is properly completed and supervised in accordance with contracts and work orders.
Coordinate fire-safety requirements, drills, training, safe oxygen use, and electrical safety.
Assist with developing and implementing the facility’s Emergency Preparedness Plan, including risk-based staff training, drills, and exercises.
Develop and implement preventive-maintenance tasks and document procedures for facility, utility, office, mechanical, HVAC, heating, and electrical systems.
Schedule department hours, personnel, work assignments, vacation schedules, and holiday schedules.
Standardize methods for performing maintenance tasks.
Read and interpret blueprints and monitor electrical, HVAC, and other systems.
Operate and assess technical aspects of facility machinery, equipment, and buildings.
Coordinate life-safety and emergency drills and training, and fulfill assigned responsibilities when the facility emergency plan is activated.
Delegate administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability to maintenance personnel as appropriate.
Perform and monitor required equipment inspections, routine repairs, maintenance, and regular facility safety inspections; document inspection findings.
Participate in external agency surveys and inspections and develop plans of correction for maintenance deficiencies.
Promote resident dignity and rights; follow facility policies, safety and hygiene measures, confidentiality requirements, and infection-control procedures.
Report policy or regulatory noncompliance, confidentiality breaches, retaliation or discrimination, suspected resident abuse or mistreatment, occupational exposures, and work-related injuries or illnesses as required.
Submit accident and incident reports within 24 hours of occurrence.
Maintain a safe and secure work environment and assist in evacuating residents during emergencies.
Complete assigned training and skills competency requirements.
Treat residents, families, visitors, personnel, and government representatives tactfully and communicate effectively.
Perform other tasks similar or related to the essential duties of the position.