Maintenance Director

PACS•Great Neck Plaza, NY

11d

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, ensuring the facility is safe and comfortable. The role oversees maintenance programs, staff, schedules, equipment, supplies, safety, infection control, vendor work, and departmental budgets and records. The position has supervisory responsibilities and may be assigned or reassigned duties by management.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
At least three years of supervisory experience 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.
Must be licensed in accordance with applicable standards, codes, and labor laws.
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 public.
Ability to care for and use supplies and equipment appropriately and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas.
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 and handle situations with limited standardization, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Ability to use a desktop or laptop computer for prolonged periods and office equipment including copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, read, and hear regularly.
May need to assist with resident evacuation during emergencies.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Maintenance Department, its programs, and activities.
Develop and maintain written maintenance policies and procedures, and ensure maintenance schedules are followed.
Coordinate maintenance work with other departments and maintain productive working relationships with department supervisors.
Direct and oversee the Maintenance Department and its personnel, including reviewing employee competence, holding regular meetings, making daily rounds, and addressing performance or service issues.
Assist the Infection Control Coordinator with identifying and documenting maintenance tasks that could involve exposure to blood or body fluids.
Inspect storage rooms, workrooms, utility and janitorial closets, work areas, and equipment for upkeep, safety, and supply control.
Participate in facility surveys and develop plans of correction for maintenance deficiencies, providing written copies to the Administrator.
Ensure outside vendor services are properly completed and supervised in accordance with contracts or work orders.
Supervise safety and fire prevention programs, including weekly inspections of work areas and equipment.
Ensure personnel follow safety regulations, use required safety equipment, and receive appropriate training before performing tasks involving potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals.
Maintain supplies and equipment to provide a safe and comfortable environment, report facility or equipment damage to the Administrator, and conduct periodic equipment checks.
Obtain and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets for hazardous chemicals; ensure containers are properly labeled and stored and staff are trained to recognize hazards and follow protective measures.
Develop, maintain, and implement infection control and universal precautions procedures, including sanitary practices and aseptic and isolation techniques.
Ensure maintenance procedures identify appropriate safety precautions and equipment for tasks that could cause bodily injury.
Monitor maintenance procedures to use supplies efficiently and avoid waste.
Assist in preparing the department budget for equipment, supplies, and labor; submit it to the Administrator for review and approval.
Maintain written expenditure records and submit financial records and cost reports to the Administrator as requested or necessary.
Conduct weekly inspections of maintenance functions to ensure quality control measures are maintained.
Protect 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.