Director of Maintenance

AOM Healthcare; Fremont (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AOM Health Care is seeking a Director of Environmental Services II to plan, organize, and direct the maintenance department across the facility. You will oversee the building, grounds, and systems, and drive safety initiatives to protect residents, staff, and visitors.

You will develop preventative maintenance plans, coordinate with executives, manage compliance with federal and state standards, and supervise staff and outside vendors to ensure a safe, comfortable environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a maintenance or environmental services team.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation standards in healthcare facilities.
• Ability to develop and implement maintenance plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a preventative maintenance plan.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations.
• Schedule and document drills and safety inspections.
• Direct and supervise maintenance staff and outside contractors.

Skills

Operations management

Facilities maintenance

Regulatory compliance

Safety programs

Job description

Purpose of Your Job Position

As a AOM Health Care Director of Environmental Services I & II, you are entrusted with the responsibility of caring for our residents, families, co-workers, visitors, and all others; as well as demonstrating in all interactions, AOM Health Care's core values. The primary purpose of your job position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Maintenance Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Executive Director, to ensure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner. The Director of Environmental Services is responsible for the upkeep of the facility, including the building, building systems and grounds. This position plays a key role in the safety program of the facility. You are entrusted to provide innovative, responsible healthcare with the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes to achieve superior results.

Job Functions

As Director of Environmental Services I & II, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. You are responsible for the upkeep of the facility, building, building systems, and grounds. You will play a key role in the safety program for the facility. You may be asked by the supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description at anytime. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and ensure implementation of a preventative maintenance plan, which describes specific tasks, to be completed and the time frame for completion. Establish an equipment and utilities management program. Ensure compliance with state, federal, and other regulatory agencies. Review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually for revisions and make recommendations to the Executive Director. Interpret the department's policies and procedures to employees, residents, visitors, government agencies, etc. Assume the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the Maintenance Department. Schedule, conduct and document fire and disaster drills in accordance with regulatory requirements. Schedule and monitor services performed by outside contractors/agencies to determine compliance with contracts/work orders. Participate in surveys/inspections by external agencies such as CARF, ODH, Medicare, Fire Marshall, Insurance Risk Managers, etc. Conduct, and participate in regular safety inspection tours of the facility and ensure documentations of findings. Conduct regular scheduled meetings with the Safety Committee. Determine and ensure implementation of corrective action needed as a result of internal or external safety inspections. Maintain accurate records and logs on maintenance. Prepare and submit reports on maintenance functions, as requested. Provide facility-wide training on safety issues, as requested. Attend and participate in facility meetings, especially those relating to Safety/Infection Control/Quality Improvement, as assigned. Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to responsibilities. Perform routine maintenance and repair on building grounds. Submit accident/incident reports to the business office within twenty-four (24) hours after their occurrence. Inspect storage rooms, workrooms, utility/janitorial closets, etc., for upkeep and supply control. Meet with and solicit advice from inter-department supervisors concerning the operation of the maintenance department, assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services. Attend department head meetings, etc., as scheduled or as may be called. Schedule department work hours (including vacation and holiday schedules), work assignments, etc., to expedite work. Review complaints and grievances made or filed by department personnel. Embrace AOM Health Care's core values and incorporate them into the daily job function. Demonstrate respect and compassion in every interaction. Conduct oneself with the highest degree of honesty and integrity in every interaction. Demonstrate a passion for caring as evidenced by interactions with co-workers, residents, families, and visitors. Director of Environment Services II- Preceptor. Perform other duties, as assigned

Safety and Sanitation

Supervise safety and fire protection and prevention programs by inspecting work areas and equipment at least weekly. Ensure that maintenance personnel follow established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies at all times. Ensure that all personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects. Ensure that supplies, equipment, etc., are maintained to provide a safe and comfortable environment. Assume the responsibility for obtaining/maintaining material safety data sheets (MSDSs) for hazardous chemicals in the maintenance department. Ensure that containers of hazardous chemicals in the department are properly labeled and stored. Ensure that all maintenance personnel are trained to use labels and MSDSs to recognize hazards and to follow appropriate protective measures. Develop, maintain, and implement infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures to ensure that a sanitary environment is maintained at all times and that aseptic and all maintenance personnel follow isolation techniques. Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing such tasks. Ensure that maintenance personnel follow established hand washing procedures. Assist in developing and implementing waste disposal policies and procedures for the maintenance department activities..