What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Maintenance position at Pelican Care Center?
- Job Summary
- Primary responsibility is to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Maintenance Department in accordance with policies and procedures, current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner. The Director is responsible for Plant Engineering, Maintenance, Groundskeeping, Safety/Security, and oversight of contracted medical equipment.
- Essential Functions
- Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
- Directs all staff in the fulfillment of project assignments, within budget and on schedule.
- Assures that all department staff maintains required training in hazardous materials and safety as established by OSHA guidelines.
- Maintains safe working conditions and practices.
- Trains employees in proper work practices and maintains training on a regular basis.
- Monitors department staff to assure that they are following established safety and infection control policies and procedures including body mechanics and ergonomics.
- Ensures that department staff effectively participates in all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner.
- Maintains the interior and exterior of all buildings and grounds in all seasons.
- Provides for 24 hour coverage.
- Ensures the performance, condition, and reliability of all plumbing, mechanical and electrical equipment to ensure efficient operation.
- Develops, evaluates, and maintains Preventative Maintenance Programs.
- Develops, implements, and maintains written maintenance policies and procedures.
- Assures that outside services are properly completed and supervised in accordance with contracts.
- Conducts an annual assessment of facilities to identify needed improvement and repairs.
- Provides fiscal management for department operations to ensure proper utilization of financial resources.
- Prepares and plans department's operating and capital budget, and forecasts needs of the department.
- Schedules required major equipment purchases, remodeling, and special projects as assigned.
- Purchases equipment and supplies as necessary or as may be required by the department.
- Participate in selection of, and manages work of, required consultants.
- Reviews billing from contractor/vendors for accuracy.
- Ensures safety of all patients, visitors, and staff.
- Plans and coordinates with the Safety Officer to carry out fire drills in accordance with State Fire Regulations.
- Work with Staff Development Coordinator to ensure that required annual fire safety training is offered to all staff.
- Develops, evaluates and maintains key control and badge proxy access to ensure building security.
- Coordinates with Human Resources for all employee door proxy badge access, keypads codes, etc.
- Maintains telecommunication systems and acts as primary contact for all service and maintenance.
- Ensures that the maintenance staff is adequately trained in the areas of telephone, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, environmental controls, security systems, etc.
- Coordinates contractor telecommunications support, as directed.
- Works with and coordinates maintenance and repairs of medical equipment with contracted Agencies.
- Ensures compliance with the Preventative Maintenance of all medical equipment.
- Inspectsperforms minor repairs on medical equipment as needed, i.e. batteries, cables, power cords, minor hardware, etc.
- Develops job related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Becomes thoroughly familiar with maintenance services, office standards, policies, and procedures.
- Participates in continuing educational opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Attends and participates in Facility committees, as appropriate.
- Rotates call with department staff on a regular basis.
- Promotes effective intradepartmental and interdepartmental relationships.
- Directs and participates in the human resource management function for the department by coordinating the selection, promotion, orientation, and performance appraisal processes.
- Establishes and maintains standards of performance.
- Non-Essential Functions
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Professional Requirements
- Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
- Complete annual education requirements.
- Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
- Report to work on time and as scheduled.
- Wear identification while on duty.
- Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
- Ensure compliance with policies and procedures regarding department operations, fire, safety, and infection control.
- Effectively and consistently communicates administrative directives to personnel and encourages interactive departmental meetings and discussions.
- Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
- Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
- Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the organization.
- Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
- Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.
Salary : $50,455 - $79,549