Building Superintendent- Maintenance

COUNTY OF LEHIGH; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab as a Full-time Building Superintendent. This role involves managing maintenance activities, overseeing staff, and ensuring quality compliance in a skilled nursing facility. With a commitment to excellence, you'll play a vital role in providing compassionate care to residents.

Benefits

Low-cost health, prescription, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement program

Group life insurance

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in building maintenance or construction.
• Strong understanding of building maintenance goals and practices.
• Basic supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and plan maintenance activities for the facility.
• Oversee a team of maintenance and trades staff.
• Respond to emergency repair calls.

Skills

Preventive Maintenance

Team Management

Emergency Repairs

Construction Oversight

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team at Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab!

At Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab, our mission, proudly embraced by our team, is to provide compassionate and individualized care to our residents and their families. We are dedicated to being 'A Community with Heart,' offering exceptional service and support to those who entrust us with their senior care needs. When Lehigh County families choose Cedarbrook, they choose a commitment to excellence and personalized attention.

Job Title: Full-time Building Superintendent

Location: Allentown (Operated by County of Lehigh)

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Building Supervisor. This job involves managing and planning maintenance activities for Skilled Nursing facility. You will oversee a team of maintenance and trades staff. While you may perform some maintenance tasks, your main role is to ensure the team completes the work. This position is unique because it holds full responsibility for all building management and maintenance. You will report to a higher-level technical or administrative manager.

• Full-time Monday-Friday 8a-4p
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Preventive Maintenance: Plan and schedule preventive maintenance programs. Inspect the facility to identify maintenance and repair needs. Organize tasks based on workflow, availability of supplies and personnel, and potential delays. Estimate labor and material costs for ongoing programs and provide budget-related information. Decide when to use contracted personnel and draft necessary specifications or contracts.
• Team Management: Plan, assign, and review work for in-house staff handling grounds, building, and mechanical maintenance. Ensure work meets instructions and standards. Inspect completed jobs for quality and compliance. Meet with staff to discuss progress, challenges, and issues. Handle personnel management, including hiring, discipline, evaluations, and promotions.
• Emergency Repairs: Respond to emergency repair calls for plumbing, electrical, or equipment issues. Arrange for temporary or permanent repairs. Conduct regular maintenance and oversee contracted crews. Define, inspect, and coordinate work with contractors.
• Construction Oversight: Review plans for new buildings or major alterations. Recommend maintenance and operation plans before and during construction. Inspect ongoing construction and repair work for quality and compliance.
• Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks as needed.
  
  

Acceptable Training/Experience & Education

• Strong understanding of building maintenance goals and practices, including carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, and safety precautions.
• Familiarity with building codes and regulatory requirements.
• Basic supervisory skills.
• Ability to learn local codes and regulations for building and mechanical trades.
• Skill in inspecting and correcting work done by contractors.
• Ability to read, interpret, and prepare building plans and specifications.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues, contractors, facility users, and agency representatives.
• Ability to maintain records and submit reports.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three to four years of experience in building maintenance or construction, with significant work in at least two trades at a journeyman or foreman level.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience providing the required knowledge and skills.
  
  

(Full Job Description Upon Interview)

Comprehensive Benefits for FT & RPT Employees:

• Plan for a Secure Future: At Cedarbrook, your retirement is in good hands. As part of the Lehigh County Pension Plan, you can look forward to enjoying your retirement with a stable and reliable income, giving you peace of mind for the years ahead. Does your current job do that for you?

• Low-cost health, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Learn more here and scroll to the bottom to check out Pension examples - https://www.lehighcounty.org/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits
• Medical flexible spending account.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and sick time.
• Additional Reward Days for excellent attendance.
• Paid holidays: 12 for full-time, 6 for regular part-time.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Group life insurance.
  

Interested? To learn more about, text "FT Building Supervisor-Cedarbrook" to 484-484-3230. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our residents!

Salary: $36.06 per hour