Maintenance Director

River Valley Place of Fort Madison•Fort Madison, IA

20d

About The Position

The Maintenance Director is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The role performs general maintenance, repair, and safety tasks throughout the facility while complying with applicable regulations and standards. Duties include maintaining building systems, resident rooms, common areas, and grounds; responding to maintenance requests; supporting emergency preparedness systems; keeping required maintenance records and inventory; and coordinating with vendors and contractors. The position may involve travel between multiple locations and on-call availability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 1–2 years of general maintenance experience.
Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general building maintenance.
Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and maintain maintenance records.
Good communication and customer service skills, especially when working in resident-occupied areas.
For driving positions, an active driver's license, clean driving record, and personal auto insurance are required.
Dependable and flexible, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Must pass the required criminal background check to serve vulnerable adults.
Must be screened for TB and other state-required health care conditions.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform tasks while standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, or bending for extended periods.
Ability to perform constant and repetitive movement of fingers, hands, and wrists.
Comfort working in varying temperatures, indoors and outdoors.
May be exposed to unpleasant odors and chemicals as indicated in the MSDS manual.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a long-term care or healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and repairs on plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry systems.
Inspect the facility, equipment, and systems regularly to ensure proper operation and safety compliance.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and work orders from staff or leadership.
Maintain and repair resident rooms, common areas, and grounds.
Keep the grounds and facility in good repair and ensure a safe, clean, and orderly environment.
Prepare rooms for new residents, including painting, flooring, and fixture installation.
Ensure compliance with life safety codes, OSHA regulations, and infection control protocols.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs and required documentation.
Monitor and manage supplies and parts inventory.
Support emergency preparedness systems, including fire alarms, generators, and call systems.
Collaborate with outside vendors and contractors for specialized work.
Perform snow removal, landscaping, and seasonal grounds maintenance as needed.
Travel between multiple locations as needed.
Be available for on-call work as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.