Director of Facility Management SNF

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW:

The Director of Maintenance will oversee all physical aspects of the facility including service of electrical and mechanical systems; maintenance of equipment, physical plant, utilities, and grounds; and compliance with applicable policies and regulations. (IND123)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Coordinates compliance with local, state and federal building codes, SDS, OSHA, EPA regulations, and fire codes.

· Coordinates engineering contractors and vendors, making sure insurance and licenses are current

· Conducts regular inspections of life safety systems, including fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems

· Coordinates annual apartment maintenance schedule and completion

· Oversees necessary repairs and maintenance in apartments and common areas including refurbishment for move-ins.

· Ensures the outside of the property is maintained, including landscaping, snow removal, and garbage/trash removal

· Maintains inventory control for all general supplies, parts and equipment for necessary repairs and maintenance.

· Maintains all required engineering files

· Assesses all plumbing and electrical problems within the community and determines the best course of action to correct the problem. Works within the legal scope of local and state codes.

· Reviews safety data sheets (SDS) as requested for potential exposure to hazardous chemicals used and take necessary precautions

· Responds appropriately to resident or community emergencies by assisting as needed

· Creates, schedules, implements, and manages a preventive maintenance program for production machinery and equipment

· Evaluates jobs in process and on completion to ensure products meet safety and work quality expectations

· Directs the maintenance and operations of various facility systems to ensure uninterrupted service. Covered systems may include electrical, refrigeration, water, steam, and compressed gas

· Conducts analysis and maintenance as required for boiler, air wash-water, and similar systems

· Procures materials, supplies, and repair parts to maintain inventory as required

· Suggests, plans, and oversees equipment needs and acquisition to maximize production efficiency and return

· Develops maintenance procedures and schedules

· Ensures maintenance and repair work is completed correctly and in a timely manner

· Assists with departmental budget estimates and costs of specific repair projects

· Assist in the recruitment, interviewing & selection of maintenance personnel

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

· Bachelor’s degree

· At least five years of experience in supervisory positions that combine technical, managerial and financial expertise

· Thorough understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations as they pertain to facility operation and maintenance in nursing care facilities

· Extensive knowledge of building systems such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

· Ability to identify issues and determine repairs that are needed

· Ability to plan maintenance schedules for building systems

· Excellent management and supervisory skills

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• S-95 – Fire Alarm System Supervision

• S-12 – Sprinkler System Supervision

• G-46 – Oxygen Transfer and Distribution

• P-98 – Fuel Oil Transfer Supervision

• C-99 – Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Supervision (where applicable)

• F-07 / W-07 – Fire Drill Coordinator

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Oversees, schedules and coordinates daily work assignments of maintenance, electrical, and mechanical operation workers

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· This job operates in a health care setting

· This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center

· Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment

· May experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

· Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs or maintenance

· Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear

· The employee must occasionally lift or move up 50 pounds

TRAVEL:

· There is no travel expected for this position