Director of Maintenance

Fountain Care at Sunset Hills; Sunset Hills (MO); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

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Competitive Benefits

PTO

Descripción de la vacante

Fountain Care at Sunset Hills in Sunset Hills, MO is seeking a Director of Maintenance to lead the physical plant of a skilled nursing facility. The role blends hands-on repairs with high-level facility management to keep residents safe, comfortable, and cared for.

You will supervise a small team and coordinate with external vendors for HVAC, roofing, and elevators while managing the maintenance budget. Strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems is essential.

Formación

• Experience in basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs.
• Knowledge of healthcare facility operations and safety codes is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee preventative maintenance and life safety systems (fire alarms, sprinklers, generators).
• Perform first-fix repairs on plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with Life Safety Codes, OSHA standards, and CMS rules.

Conocimientos

Plumbing

Electrical

Mechanical

Leadership

Communication

Descripción del empleo

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Director of Maintenance to oversee the physical plant of our skilled nursing facility. You will be responsible for ensuring a safe, functional, and comfortable environment for our residents, staff, and visitors. This role is "hands-on," requiring a mix of high-level facility management and direct repair work in plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance: Implement and manage a rigorous schedule for all equipment, including life safety systems (fire alarms, sprinklers, generators).

• General Repairs: Perform "first-fix" repairs on plumbing (clogs, leaks, fixtures), electrical (switches, ballasts, outlets), and carpentry (drywall, painting, furniture).

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the facility meets all Life Safety Codes, OSHA standards, and Department of Health regulations. Maintain accurate documentation for state surveys.

• Vendor Management: Oversee external contractors for specialized work (HVAC, elevator, roofing) and manage the maintenance budget.

• Safety Leadership: Lead the safety committee and manage emergency preparedness drills.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Technical Proficiency: Proven experience in basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs.

• Healthcare Experience: Knowledge of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and CMS regulations is highly preferred.

• Leadership: Experience managing a small team or directing outside vendors.

• Communication: Ability to interact warmly and respectfully with elderly residents and their families.

• Facility Emergencies: Although not common these do hapen and candidate needs to be available to manage.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Comfortable working on ladders and in tight mechanical spaces.

Competitive Benefits and PTO