Maintenance Director The Residence at Melrose Station

LCB Senior Living•Melrose, MA

1d•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring a full-time Maintenance Director at The Residence at Melrose Station in Melrose, Massachusetts. The Maintenance Director is an active member of the management team and assists the Executive Director with community management. The role ensures that the Maintenance Department operates in accordance with company policies and procedures and within budget, while meeting residents’ and staff’s maintenance needs. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing the residence, grounds, building systems, and equipment; helping keep the community physically sound and safe; coordinating outside contractors and vendors; and supervising and scheduling housekeeping and laundry staff. The director also establishes and monitors preventive maintenance programs, manages maintenance supplies and budgets, and supports resident moves. The position requires knowledge of maintenance practices, OSHA standards, applicable fire codes, and safety regulations. Frequent heavy lifting and other physical activities are required. High school diploma or GED is preferred, along with at least four years of maintenance experience, preferably in health care. An HVAC certificate is preferred, and a valid driver’s license in the state of employment is required.

Requirements

Knowledge of maintenance functions and techniques, OSHA standards, state and local fire codes, and other safety regulations.
Ability to organize and provide for the maintenance needs of the residence and work with outside vendors and contractors.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
At least four years of maintenance experience is required.
A valid driver’s license in the state of employment is required.
Frequent heavy lifting, bending, stooping, climbing, pushing, and stretching are required, including moving heavy furniture, equipment, and boxes.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Maintenance experience in the health care industry.
HVAC certificate.

Responsibilities

Promote the Residence’s and LCB Senior Living’s mission and core values.
Represent the community positively to prospective residents, family members, and professionals, supporting occupancy growth.
Ensure the Maintenance Department follows company policies and procedures and operates within budget.
Perform routine maintenance of the residence, property, and grounds.
Maintain and repair building systems and equipment.
Keep work areas free of hazardous conditions and follow and enforce safety procedures.
Develop staffing and scheduling patterns for housekeeping and laundry services.
Supervise trash removal and monitor sanitation across departments.
Maintain the in-house key system.
Attend or conduct required in-service training and orientations.
Chair the Community Safety Committee and participate in safety activities.
Replace burned-out bulbs in exit lights, overhead lights, room call lights, and exterior lights.
Establish and maintain preventive maintenance schedules.
Establish and update the fire safety plan and conduct quarterly fire drills for each staffing shift.
Order and maintain appropriate inventory levels of maintenance supplies.
Assist with negotiating and managing bids for maintenance contracts.
Oversee outside vendors working in and around the building and grounds, including landscaping, renovations, HVAC, and elevator work.
Serve as the contact person for vendors performing maintenance work.
Maintain service on company vehicles.
Liaise with local fire and inspectional agencies.
Maintain the E-call system in good working order.
Track monthly budgets for supplies and purchased services.
Protect residents’ personal and property rights and maintain confidentiality.
Interview and train maintenance and housekeeping staff.
Assess staffing needs, establish maintenance schedules, and perform weekly timekeeping duties.
Maintain the contracts binder.
Coordinate and assist with resident moves into, out of, and within the residence.
May participate in the Manager-On-Duty program.
Perform other duties as requested.