What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Director position at Extended Care?
We are seeking a Director of Maintenance who shares our vision, commitment and passion to become a member of the Leadership Team. The primary purpose of this position is overseeing all things Maintenance to ensure accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our community. As the Maintenance Director, you will be responsible for keeping the facility operating, and repairing any problems when they are discovered before they have a chance to worsen.
Hours: 9:30am-6pm
The Maintenance Director requires a diverse mix of both hard and soft skills, particularly manual labor skills, including:
Hours: 9:30am-6pm
The Maintenance Director requires a diverse mix of both hard and soft skills, particularly manual labor skills, including:
- Plumbing knowledge to address leaks, clogs or other drainage problems
- Electrical wiring capabilities to manage problems with the building’s electricity
- Carpentry ability to handle basic repairs around the building
- Groundskeeping if the facility contains lawns or other outdoor areas in need of maintenance
- Interpersonal skills to interact with employees or residents of the building in a pleasant manner
- Attention to detail to ensure that all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards or warning signs of problems are not overlooked
- Performing routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage, for example, window, door or wall repair
- Maintaining the building HVAC equipment in order to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly
- Applying preventative measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems, such as using a sealant on a flat roof
- Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries
- High School diploma required.
- Must be knowledgeable of boilers, compressors, generators, etc., as well as various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Must be knowledgeable regarding building codes and safety and security regulations specifically in relation to skilled nursing long term care regulations.
- Must be knowledgeable of maintenance practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing maintenance functions to capably maintain a senior living residence.
