Maintenance Director

Briarwood Health Care Center•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Director is responsible for the overall operation of the Maintenance department in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. This role requires the ability to make independent decisions, implement and interpret departmental programs, and manage staff effectively within budget. The position also involves performing duties as a Maintenance Assistant as needed and ensuring a safe and functional environment for patients.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of two (2) years’ maintenance experience
Proven knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Knowledgeable of local building codes and ordinances
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Responsibilities

Plan, supervise, and direct maintenance programs
Schedule preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacements
Inspect equipment/systems regularly for proper functioning and safety
Run errands, handing incoming and outgoing freight, and lift and move heavy furniture and equipment
Recruit, select, hire, evaluate, train, counsel, and supervise maintenance staff
Perform duties as a Maintenance Assistant as needed
Effectively manage and operate within budget
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language