Director of Facility Maintenance & Safety

Plaza Health; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Plaza Health is seeking a Maintenance Director to oversee the facility's physical plant, building systems, and grounds, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes collaboration with all departments to create a safe, comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

The position covers daily operations, preventive maintenance, life-safety, emergency preparedness, and vendor management, with a focus on regulatory adherence and continuous facility

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the Maintenance Department.
• Maintain all building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire alarm, sprinkler, generator, boilers, medical gas (if applicable), and security systems.
• Perform routine inspections of the facility to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.
• Ensure all resident rooms, common areas, offices, and grounds are properly maintained.
• Maintain the facility parking lots, sidewalks, landscaping, and exterior appearance.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventive maintenance program.
• Schedule and document routine maintenance of all equipment and building systems.
• Ensure timely repair or replacement of damaged equipment.
• Maintain maintenance logs, inspection records, and service reports.
• Coordinate annual inspections, certifications, and testing of required equipment.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, New Jersey Department of Health, OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and local building codes.
• Maintain compliance with the Life Safety Code.
• Coordinate and document fire drills as required.
• Ensure fire doors, smoke barriers, exits, emergency lighting, and fire extinguishers remain compliant.
• Conduct regular environmental rounds to identify and correct potential hazards.
• Maintain documentation required during state surveys and life safety inspections.
• Assist leadership during annual surveys and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain the facility Emergency Preparedness Program.
• Ensure emergency generators are tested and maintained according to regulatory requirements.
• Participate in disaster drills and emergency response planning.
• Ensure emergency equipment is readily available and functioning properly.
• Respond promptly to facility emergencies, including floods, utility failures, severe weather, and fire alarms.
• Receive, prioritize, assign, and complete maintenance work orders in a timely manner.
• Ensure resident maintenance requests are completed promptly and professionally.
• Maintain records of completed repairs and outstanding work orders.
• Supervise maintenance personnel and outside contractors.
• Schedule department staffing to ensure adequate coverage.
• Provide orientation, training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Promote teamwork and maintain a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular safety inspections throughout the facility.
• Identify and correct hazards related to resident safety.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Monitor indoor air quality, water temperatures, and environmental systems.
• Coordinate outside vendors for repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
• Obtain estimates and monitor contractor performance.
• Ensure vendors comply with facility policies and safety requirements.
• Assist with preparation and management of the maintenance budget.
• Monitor supply inventory and equipment needs.
• Order maintenance supplies while maintaining cost-effective purchasing practices.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and replacement parts.
• Work closely with Nursing, Housekeeping, Dietary, Administration, and other departments to ensure facility needs are met.
• Assist with room readiness for admissions and transfers.
• Support renovation and capital improvement projects.

Job description

Plaza Health is seeking a Maintenance Director to oversee the facility's physical plant, building systems, and grounds, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes collaboration with all departments to create a safe, comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

The position covers daily operations, preventive maintenance, life-safety, emergency preparedness, and vendor management, with a focus on regulatory adherence and continuous facility