Maintenance Director-4

PACS

18d

About The Position

The Maintenance Director plans, organizes, develops, and directs the Maintenance Department in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations, and as directed by the Administrator. The role is responsible for maintaining a safe and comfortable facility, coordinating maintenance services with other departments, supervising maintenance personnel and outside vendors, and overseeing safety, fire prevention, infection control, equipment, supplies, and department finances. The position has supervisory responsibilities and may be required to assist with resident evacuation during emergencies.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
At least three years of experience in a supervisory capacity in a maintenance- or plant-related position.
Knowledge of boilers, compressors, generators, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Knowledge of building codes and safety regulations.
Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism.
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel, and the general public.
Ability to maintain supplies and equipment and keep maintenance work areas presentable.
Ability to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems involving limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
Must be licensed in accordance with applicable standards, codes, and labor laws.

Responsibilities

Ensure maintenance schedules are followed and develop and maintain written maintenance policies and procedures.
Plan, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Maintenance Department, its programs, and activities.
Coordinate maintenance services with departments such as Dietary, Nursing, and Activities.
Direct the Maintenance Department and assume its administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability.
Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in identifying and documenting maintenance duties that may involve exposure to blood or body fluids.
Inspect storage rooms, workrooms, utility closets, janitorial closets, and other areas for upkeep and supply control.
Participate in facility surveys and inspections conducted by authorized government agencies.
Develop plans of correction for maintenance deficiencies found during surveys and provide written copies to the Administrator.
Ensure outside vendors complete and supervise services in accordance with contracts and work orders.
Meet regularly with maintenance personnel, seek input from other department supervisors, and address problems or opportunities to improve services.
Review maintenance personnel competence and make necessary adjustments or corrections.
Conduct daily rounds to ensure staff perform their duties and maintenance procedures meet facility needs.
Maintain productive working relationships with other department supervisors and coordinate services to minimize interruptions.
Supervise safety and fire prevention programs by inspecting work areas and equipment at least weekly.
Ensure maintenance personnel follow safety regulations and use appropriate safety equipment and supplies, including when moving heavy objects.
Maintain supplies and equipment to provide a safe and comfortable environment, and promptly report facility or equipment damage to the Administrator.
Obtain and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) for hazardous chemicals, and ensure chemical containers are properly labeled and stored.
Train maintenance personnel to use labels and MSDSs to identify hazards and follow protective measures.
Develop, maintain, and implement infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures, including sanitary practices and aseptic and isolation techniques.
Ensure personnel receive appropriate in-service training before performing tasks that may expose them to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals.
Ensure maintenance policies specify safety precautions and equipment for tasks that could cause bodily injury.
Check equipment periodically to ensure it is available and functioning properly.
Monitor maintenance procedures to use supplies efficiently and avoid waste.
Assist with preparation and planning of the department budget for equipment, supplies, and labor, and submit it to the Administrator for review and approval.
Maintain written expenditure records and submit financial records and cost reports to the Administrator when requested or necessary.
Inspect maintenance functions weekly to ensure quality control measures are maintained.
Maintain the confidentiality of resident care information, including protected health information.
Respond to emergencies, including rescheduling maintenance work as needed.
Ensure medical waste is disposed of according to facility procedures.