Maintenance Director

Riverside Health Care Center•Missoula, MT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Director is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing housekeeping and maintenance services. This includes managing daily maintenance functions, ensuring team members are trained and follow policies, and overseeing safety and fire protection programs. The role involves diagnosing and repairing issues, managing preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. Additionally, the Director will manage personnel functions, including hiring, training, and performance monitoring, and oversee equipment and supply needs, as well as budget preparation and management for the department.

Requirements

Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Five or more years of prior experience in general maintenance or a combination of education and experience required.
Must be knowledgeable of boilers, compressors, generators, etc., as well as various mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
Must be licensed in accordance with current applicable standards, codes, labor laws, etc. (e.g., Boilers License, HVAC, Electric, Journeyman, Pool Operator's License, and EPA Certification, if applicable to Company).
Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
Communicate effectively in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.
Comply with all industry Fair Housing rules and regulations.
Knowledgeable in building codes and safety regulations.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
HUD React Readiness & Experience
Ability to be on call in cases of emergency.

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital or other related industry.
Minimum of two or more years of previous supervisor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct housekeeping services and programs.
Participate in the development, maintenance, and updating of policies and procedures, job descriptions, in-services, and housekeeping forms.
Perform administrative duties such as budget tracking, report completion, and evaluations.
Perform housekeeper/laundry functions, including periodic checks on apartments and final checks on move-outs.
Set up and maintain model apartments.
Communicate with other department managers to plan for housekeeping services.
Coordinate repairs needed within the physical plant.
Direct and oversee daily maintenance functions and ensure team members are trained and following policies and procedures.
Create procedures to ensure daily maintenance tasks are executed properly.
Conduct regular safety meetings and manage the safety log.
Supervise safety and fire protection and prevention programs.
Delegate and allocate work assignments and work schedules for department personnel.
Manage, train, and onboard all department staff.
Update the maintenance tracking system.
Plan, develop, train, and implement a complete preventative maintenance program for all equipment.
Obtain/maintain material safety data sheets (MSDSs) for hazardous chemicals.
Ensure containers of hazardous chemicals are properly labeled and stored.
Ensure infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures are followed.
Confirm the physical aspects of the apartment/unit meet company standards and applicable laws.
Diagnose problems, make repairs, track accomplishments, and follow up on progress and completion.
Ensure unoccupied apartments/units are ready for occupancy.
Ensure services performed by outside vendors are properly completed/supervised.
Supervise, coordinate, and train team members on electrical, HVAC, EPA, plumbing, carpentry, appliance repair, painting, and apartment cleaning.
Track maintenance service requests, including documentation of status and follow-through.
Perform electrical repairs on appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, and install ceiling fans and light fixtures.
Perform repairs on air conditioners, heating units, and refrigeration units.
Perform plumbing work, including clearing stoppages, replacing/repairing fittings, faucets, and toilets, and minor re-piping.
Replace broken glass, tile, carpet, screens, garbage disposals, fixtures, appliances, window coverings, and locks.
Perform carpentry work, including replacing/repairing doors, windows, and building shelves.
Repair concrete steps, patios, fencing, and signage.
Paint apartments/units, hallways, common areas, and other areas.
Inspect all resident occupied or unoccupied apartments/units, buildings, and common areas; perform repairs as necessary.
Complete apartment/unit make-ready procedures for move-ins.
Perform daily maintenance of grounds and common areas, including lighting, snow removal, trash removal, and vehicle maintenance.
Perform snow and ice removal.
Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on indoor or outdoor pool or spa equipment.
Perform or delegate scheduled maintenance on all equipment.
Responsible for material control and efficient utilization of maintenance equipment.
Maintain accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, service requests, and inventories.
Remain well-versed on changing building codes and comply with all industry Fair Housing rules & Regulations.
Discuss the possible impact of changes to rules & regulations with the Executive Director.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
Review and develop a plan of correction for maintenance deficiencies.
Operate within OSHA standards and company safety policies.
Perform other essential job-related duties as assigned.
Recommend the number and level of personnel to be employed.
Determine the hours for staffing necessary to meet resident and community needs.
Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, and selection of personnel.
Schedule department work hours, personnel, work assignments, and cleaning schedules.
Assist in staff development.
Monitor performance of personnel and ensure adjustments/corrections are made.
Work with the Executive Director to resolve staff performance issues.
Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of in-service training classes, on-the-job training, and orientation programs for maintenance personnel.
Assist in keeping employee training records up to date.
Ensure housekeeping personnel follow established safety regulations.
Ensure supplies and equipment are maintained to provide a safe and comfortable environment.
Assume responsibility for obtaining/maintaining MSDSs for hazardous chemicals.
Ensure all personnel are trained to use labels and MSDS to recognize hazards and follow appropriate protective measures.
Develop, maintain, and implement infection control, disposal policies, and universal precautions policies and procedures.
Recommend equipment and supply needs of the department.
Place orders for equipment and supplies.
Ensure adequate supplies and equipment are on hand at all times.
Assist in preparing and planning the Housekeeping Department's budget.
Maintain current written records of department expenditures.
Manage inventory and stay within the projected budget.