Maintenance and Housekeeping Manager

Independence Village • Waukee, IA

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About The Position

The Maintenance and Housekeeping Manager oversees maintenance staff and facilities operations, including schedules, budgets, work plans, performance, safety, and compliance with local and state building codes. The manager provides technical support for maintenance projects, ensures preventive maintenance is completed and recorded, evaluates equipment and recommends replacement when appropriate, and coordinates with contractors, vendors, employees, and the public. The role also contributes to departmental goals and continual organizational improvement. The position is with Independence Village Waukee, part of CommonSail Investment Group and its senior living communities.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Considerable knowledge of building and facilities maintenance and repair practices, methods, and techniques.
• Considerable knowledge of tools and equipment used in building maintenance and construction trades.
• Considerable knowledge of safety standards and precautions.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Sound problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership abilities and the ability to train staff.
• Ability to work well under pressure and enforce security and safety regulations.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain schedules and records and follow client direction concisely.

Nice To Haves

• State Builder’s License.
• HVAC certification.

Responsibilities

• Determine maintenance staff workloads and schedules.
• Evaluate staff and make hiring or termination recommendations; manage and motivate staff to provide quality service.
• Maintain facilities in accordance with local and state building codes.
• Manage maintenance department activities related to costs, methods, and staffing.
• Establish and ensure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.
• Provide technical knowledge and skills for maintenance projects and assist with the work when needed.
• Prepare service estimates based on labor, material, and machine costs, and maintain budgets for individual projects.
• Prepare periodic reports, including cycle-time reports on work-order completion rates.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures with the President to establish departmental goals.
• Negotiate subcontractor contracts and inspect contractor work for compliance with safe work practices and operating procedures.
• Ensure preventive maintenance is performed on schedule and complete equipment maintenance records.
• Recommend equipment replacement when necessary and evaluate new equipment for durability and value.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees, vendors, and the general public.
• Work toward continual improvement of the overall organization.
• Enforce security and safety regulations and train staff on company policies and job responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed