Maintenance Manager

Brookdale Senior Living Inc.•Chapel Hill, NC

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About The Position

The Maintenance Manager oversees associates responsible for general operating maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds, maintaining the assigned community or communities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations and company policies. The role supervises community maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry staff where applicable, and directs upkeep and repair work throughout the community. It also oversees scheduled maintenance of HVAC, elevator, fire and sprinkler equipment, generators, landscaping, kitchen equipment, and emergency pull-cord equipment; coordinates resident repair requests; and ensures building and common-area repairs are completed and maintained appropriately. The Maintenance Manager communicates with local fire marshals, building inspectors, elevator inspectors, and other authorities; assesses plumbing and electrical issues and determines appropriate corrective action within applicable codes; reviews safety data sheets and takes precautions regarding hazardous chemicals; assesses property damage and files claims; and responds to resident or community emergencies as needed. The description is an overview rather than a comprehensive list, and the associate may perform other duties assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, plus two to three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid state driver’s license for vehicle travel as needed.
Ability to make varied departmental decisions using existing guidelines and procedures, and to solve moderately complex problems using sound judgment and experience.
Extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and thorough understanding of the organization and work environment; working knowledge of a functional discipline.
Ability to multitask and prioritize work.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

Supervise community maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry staff where applicable, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, discipline, and termination.
Direct workers responsible for interior and exterior maintenance and inspect completed work for compliance with standards and policies.
Oversee scheduled maintenance of HVAC, elevators, fire and sprinkler equipment, generators, landscaping, kitchen equipment, and emergency pull-cord equipment.
Coordinate and address residents’ requests for repairs in their rooms, including plumbing, electrical, heating, and light-bulb replacement.
Oversee timely building repairs and maintenance, including vacated rooms, painting walls, and cleaning carpets.
Ensure walls, floor coverings, doors, and woodwork in community common areas are properly maintained.
Maintain positive communication with local fire marshals, building inspectors, state elevator inspectors, and other authorities governing the community.
Assess plumbing and electrical problems and determine how to correct them in accordance with local and state codes.
Review safety data sheets when requested and take necessary precautions regarding potential exposure to hazardous chemicals.
Assess property damage and file property damage claims in accordance with company policy.
Respond to resident or community emergencies and assist as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible part-time and full-time associates.
401(k) for eligible associates; temporary associates may participate.
Associate assistance program.
Employee discounts.
Referral program.
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates outside California.
Optional identity theft protection and pet insurance.
Paid time off for eligible full-time associates.
Paid holidays for eligible full-time associates.
Company-provided life insurance for eligible full-time associates.
Adoption benefit for eligible full-time associates.
Short- and long-term disability for eligible full-time associates.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible full-time associates.
Health Savings Account for eligible full-time associates.
Optional life and dependent life insurance for eligible full-time associates.
Optional accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, and legal plan for eligible full-time associates.
Tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time associates.
Professional development and ongoing health and wellness programs.
Eligible associates who have been with the company for at least one year may receive an advance of up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for naturalization application fees.