Maintenance Director - Nursing Home - 1762590

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

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.
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 manufactures 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 decor 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.

Experience

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.

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