Maintenance Director

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Minimum five to seven years of maintenance experience in senior living, property management, hospitality, or related industry to include the maintenance, handling, upkeep, and repair of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural matters
• •Minimum two to three years of supervisory experience to include training and supervising staff and developing and managing a budget
• •Background clearances as required by government regulations
• •Must meet health requirements, including TB
• •Able to lift/carry up to 40 lbs. and push up to 70 lbs., including carts as necessary
• •Able to move intermittently throughout the work day
• •Must be proficient with the use of a pc, and be familiar with several Microsoft Office Suite software programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Email, etc.), and other office equipment (e.g. scanners, copiers, and fax machines)
• •Must be able to effectively lead and coach others
• •Must be able to display excellent communication and listening skills including the ability to speak orally in front of small groups of people
• •Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and to remain calm during emergency situations
• •Must be able to display a positive and professional image through actions and maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform or clothing and name tag when working
• •Must be able to comply with Clearwater standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient community operations
• •Must be able to represent the Clearwater principles and core values on a daily basis
• •Must be able to alert care staff when there is a medical or care need of a resident that needs to be addressed
• •Must be able to look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis
• •Must be able to ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately
• •Must be able to conduct daily inspections of property grounds, buildings, and periodic inspection of equipment, tools and supplies
• •Must be able to manage, plan, develop, organize, schedule, evaluate and direct the Environmental Services department, its programs, associates and activities with a spirit of teamwork and open communication
• •Must be able to hire, supervise, and manage the performance of environmental service associates and ensure that all associates wear proper attire and follow established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies
• •Must be able to develop performance standards and processes for the maintenance function
• •Must be able to conduct in-service classes for all maintenance associates as necessary
• •Must be able to manage the department within budgetary guidelines tracking inventory usage and ordering supplies when necessary
• •Must be able to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations concerning the department
• •Must be able to coordinate maintenance requests/logs of resident apartments including: Repair plumbing, furniture, electrical, heating and replacement of light bulbs
• •Must be able to manage outside vendors/contractors, securing bids and scheduling needed work on special projects tracking all maintenance expenditures and procedures
• •Must be able to oversee, educate on OSHA policies and procedures, MSDS information and conduct fire drills with staff regarding safety and emergency procedures to ensure compliance and safety
• •Must be able to maintain an updated list of emergency vendors and contact information so other community associates can handle repairs when supervisor is not on site
• •Must be able to assist all maintenance associates in their job duties and assume maintenance activities when needed
• •Must be able to manage and track budget spending and goals
• •Must be able to display mechanical and troubleshooting ability to repair washers/dryers, heating and refrigeration units, ice machines, minor plumbing and electrical difficulties, painting and carpentry
• •Must be able to be mobile and perform the physical requirements of the job to include: bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and repetitive motions
• •Must be able to sit and work at a computer for long periods of time
• •Must be able to communicate orally, read, comprehend, and write
• •Must be able to understand, remember, follow and give complex instructions and guidelines
• •Must be able to perform math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, etc.) in support of budget and other financial responsibilities
• •Some travel may be required

Desired Qualifications

• •AA degree or Bachelor's preferred or combination of education and experience supervising others in a senior living, property management or hospitality environment
• •First Aid Certification preferred