Maintenance Director

Alexander Guest House•Oak Ridge, TN

27d

About The Position

The Maintenance Director manages all maintenance functions within budget to provide a safe and pleasant environment for residents, employees, and visitors. The role ensures preventive and corrective maintenance is completed, follows applicable policies and procedures, maintains appropriate supplies and equipment, and coordinates maintenance work with facility staff and the Executive Director. The position also supports budgeting, safety programs, inspections, staff training, service contracts, and emergency assignments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
General knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems is recommended.
Fair physical condition to perform tasks that may involve bending, lifting, hearing, climbing ladders, crawling in confined spaces, and vision abilities.
Ability to lift 45 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Additional certification or education in building codes, safety regulations, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and plumbing systems is strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, preparation, and control of supplies, equipment, repairs, and personnel budgets.
Maintain a safe and sanitary environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
Maintain positive public relations and professionalism with residents, families, employees, and the general public.
Perform or ensure completion of preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with the maintenance manual.
Perform other assigned duties for emergencies or special assignments, and know the location and operation of critical facility equipment and systems.
Maintain the on-site inventory specified in the maintenance manual and purchase other supplies as needed.
Participate in preparing the annual repair budget and report budget problems or variances to the Executive Director, including those related to capital expenditures, repairs and maintenance, supplies and materials, and between-tenant renovations.
Participate in maintenance in-service training.
Coordinate maintenance activities with staff, consultants, and the Executive Director as appropriate, and avoid work beyond personal capabilities.
Assist the Executive Director with hiring and training new staff.
Serve on safety and other committees and follow up on maintenance-related recommendations, including those concerning emergency evacuation, fire and life safety, and OSHA inspections.
Enforce requirements in the Safety Management Program manual.
Conduct or supervise safety inspections described in the preventive maintenance section of the maintenance manual.
Instruct personnel in the proper use and operation of facility equipment and systems.
Report all accidents to the Executive Director so injured employees can receive appropriate medical attention and follow-up.
Initiate and monitor required service contracts listed in the supplier relations section of the maintenance manual.
If a resident falls or is found after a fall, do not move the resident; immediately notify nursing or administrative staff.