Maintenance Director

Harmony Senior Services•Summerville, SC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Director will maintain and repair physical structures and utility systems of the community and maintain the grounds. He/she will install, service, and repair mechanical equipment (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.). Supervise support staff and contractors as applicable. Oversee housekeeping and maintenance assistant.

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or GED
Must have a working knowledge of electrical, plumbing and A/C-HVAC equipment
Two years previous experience working in maintenance position, preferably in a large physical plant
Possess the ability to communicate verbally and in writing, and follow written and oral directions
Must be organized and willing to work well with residents, visitors, staff, and the management team
Possess the ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy material and equipment. Also must be able to tolerate extreme heat, cold, wet, humid or noisy conditions
Must be in good physical and mental condition and have the ability to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders
Certified in AC/Freon recovery, etc.
Ability to be available and on-call on a 24-hour basis in case of emergency
Must be in approved uniform, neat and clean appearance during working hours

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains the preventative maintenance program for all equipment in the community
Checks, reads, and logs all gauges, thermometers, water gauges on boilers and thermometers in cooler and freezer daily
Responsible for maintenance of drains, access areas, grease traps, garbage cans, cooling tower and mechanical rooms
Responsible for overseeing grounds maintenance, refuse pick-up, and all outside appearances
Investigates mechanical breakdowns and failures of machinery and equipment to determine cause and prevent reoccurrence by including the occurrence in the preventative maintenance program
Repairs emergency breakdowns in shortest possible time
Initiates and maintains a program of overall efficiency designed to eliminate waste and reduce operating expenses
Maintains safe operating and fire prevention practices, including monthly fire drill
Replaces light bulbs throughout the community
Paints, plasters, and performs other work necessary to prepare rooms/suites for leasing
Maintains community furniture in good condition
Maintains a working knowledge of current information on building and equipment operation codes and regulations
Requisitions and picks up supplies as needed. Responsible for purchases not exceeding budgetary constraints
Maintains expenditures within budgetary limits
Oversees pest control program
Maintains a work-order log through TELS-checked daily
Performs other duties as assigned