Maintenance Director

The Monarch at Brooklyn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is looking for a talented and hard-working Maintenance Director to join their ever-growing team.

Maintenance Director JOB SUMMARY:

The primary purpose of the Plant Operations Director position is to plan, organize, supervise and conduct the day-to-day activities of the physical plant department.

Maintenance Director JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative Functions

• Supervise the day-to-day functions of assigned plant operations personnel.

• Develop and implement facility plant operations standards.

• Develop and implement procedures for performing daily plant operations tasks.

• Maintain a preventative plant operations program.

• Prepare work schedules and schedule work assignments.

• Ensure that work schedules are followed as closely as practical; revise as necessary.

• Coordinate daily maintenance services with various departments as necessary i.e., nursing, dietary, activities .

• Review and assist in developing a plan of correction for any plant operations deficiencies that may be cited during a survey; submit to the Administrator and Director of Engineering for approval.

• Complete any necessary reports, forms, etc. as required or requested by the Administrator and/or Director of Engineering.

• Use work orders and maintain an order log.

• Establish commercial resources for repairs and supplies.

• Complete routine plant and grounds inspections.

• Submit accident/incident reports to the Administrator within 24 hours of occurrence.

Facility Maintenance Functions:

• Maintain/repair/replace toilets, sinks, faucets, drains.

• Replace and/or clean filters in air-conditioning and heating units, washers, dryers, extractors, water systems, vents, and exhaust fans.

• Maintain/repair laundry washers and dryers.

• Repair/replace window screens, shades, blinds, curtains and drapery rods.

• Repair/replace doors, hinges, handles, and locks.

• Repair lawn mowers, stoves, ovens, floor machines, ice machines and similar equipment.

• Replace/install light bulbs, fuses, ballasts, circuit breakers, extension cords, electric plugs, bed-call cords, pull chains, emergency call systems cords, electrical outlets, etc.

• Repair/replace HVAC systems (ducts, equipment, thermostats).

• Install/repair low voltage electrical systems.

• Repair/replace major and minor plumbing systems, i.e. drainage and supply systems.

• Repair beds, bedrails, wheelchairs, Geri chairs, walkers, canes, crutches, hand rails, railings, grab bard, towel bars, soap dishes, and water/bath sprays.

• Paint walls, ceilings, doors, window and door frames, closets, tables, chairs, shelves, racks and parking space stripes.

• Ensure that all personnel wear and use safety equipment and supplies when lifting or moving heavy objects.

• Ensure that assigned work areas are kept in a safe, secure and sanitary manner.

• Ensure that manufacturer’s guidelines are followed when servicing equipment.

• Maintain MSDS sheets for hazardous chemicals.

• Ensure that hazardous chemicals are properly labeled and stored.

• Ensure that infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained.

• Ensure that maintenance personnel wear protective clothing/devices when performing tasks that involve handling blood, body fluids, infectious waste and/or hazardous materials.

• Ensure that refuse and/or protective clothing and equipment is disposed of daily in accordance with established procedures.

• Coordinate isolation procedures with nursing services.

• Label/tag equipment contaminated with blood or other infections materials prior to sending for repair or decontamination.

• Construct shelves, racks, tables, benches, foot stools, bulletin boards and other similar hand built items.

• Build/install walls, doors, drywall, trim work, ceiling track systems.

• Repair and maintain closets, rods, shelves, bedside tables, drawers, and closet doors.

• Replace smoke detectors, sprinkler heads, and mixing valves.

• Repair and replace exterior gutters, downspouts and drains.

• Complete monthly roof inspection and make roofing and roof penetration repairs as needed.

• Replace ceiling and floor tile.

• Maintain and repair lawn furniture and outside dcor i.e., fountains, lights, irrigation systems.

• Maintain a well-organized, clean, neat workshop and tool room. • Report all hazardous conditions to the Administrator.

Equipment and Supply Functions:

• Recommend equipment and supply needs to the Administrator.

• Ensure an adequate supply of supplies are maintained to perform daily tasks.

• Monitor procedures to ensure that supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste.

• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored.

• Maintain the equipment and tool log.

Budget and Planning Functions

• Forecast needs of the department.

• Assist in planning and preparing the department’s budget.

• Make departmental adjustments in order to conform to approved budget or as requested by the Administrator.

• Maintain current written records of department expenditures and assure that records and cost reports are submitted to the Administrator.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• Must possess, as a minimum, a High School Diploma or GED.

• Education beyond high school is a plus.

Maintenance Director Experience

• One (1) year of successful experience in a supervisory position.

• Demonstrated experience with repair of buildings, plumbing, electrical systems, alarm systems, appliances, commercial stoves, refrigerators, air-conditioning and heating units.

• Demonstrated experience in HVAC systems repair.

• General commercial construction techniques, plumbing and electrical experience necessary.

• Must be able to obtain HVAC Level 3 certification.

Salary: up to $75,000 a year.

(Based on experience)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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