Maintenance Director - Assistant

Rivergate Terrace•Riverview, MI

About The Position

The Maintenance Director is responsible for the overall operation of the Maintenance department in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. This role works as an assistant under the current Director and may perform duties as a Maintenance Assistant as needed. The position plans, supervises, and directs maintenance programs; manages preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacements; and inspects equipment and systems for proper functioning and safety. It also oversees maintenance staff and department operations within budget, while supporting patient safety, customer service, and effective interdisciplinary teamwork.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of maintenance experience.
Proven knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Knowledge of local building codes and ordinances.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Responsibilities

Plan, supervise, and direct maintenance programs.
Schedule preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacements.
Regularly inspect equipment and systems for proper functioning and safety.
Run errands, handle incoming and outgoing freight, and lift and move heavy furniture and equipment.
Recruit, select, hire, evaluate, train, counsel, and supervise maintenance staff.
Perform duties as a Maintenance Assistant as needed.
Effectively manage and operate within budget.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant action.
Implement and interpret the department’s programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates and vendors.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and required compliance training.