Director of Maintenance

Senior Health Care Facility; West Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Senior Health Care Facility in Rhode Island seeks a skilled Director of Maintenance to lead the Maintenance Department, ensuring a safe, comfortable environment for residents.

You will plan, organize, and direct maintenance operations, coordinate with other departments, implement preventive maintenance, and manage budgets and safety compliance. This leadership role requires strong communication with staff and adherence to codes, with responsive support to facility needs.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required; 3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable of boilers, compressors, generators, and various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints; knowledgeable in building codes and safety regulations.
• Licensed in accordance with current applicable standards, codes, labor laws, etc.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to make independent decisions and interact tactfully with residents, staff, and external entities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Maintenance Department, its programs, and activities.
• Coordinate maintenance services with other departments.
• Assist in establishing a preventive maintenance program and complete administrative duties.
• Supervise maintenance personnel and ensure safety regulations are followed.
• Forecast departmental needs and manage budgets accordingly.
• Ensure safety policies and equipment are followed for potentially dangerous tasks.
• Place orders for equipment and supplies and label infectious material appropriately.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Reading blueprints

Safety regulations

Independent decision making

Mechanical systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Director of Maintenance

Benefits:

• 401K
• Dental, Vision, Health Insurance
• Competitive Salary
• Opportunities for Growth

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Director to join our team. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the overall operation of the Maintenance Department, ensuring the facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner for our residents.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Maintenance Department, its programs, and activities
• Coordinate maintenance services and activities with other related departments
• Assist in establishing a preventive maintenance program and perform administrative duties such as completing necessary forms, reports, and evaluations
• Supervise maintenance personnel and ensure they follow established safety regulations and procedures
• Forecast needs for the department and make adjustments to conform to approved budgets
• Ensure that maintenance policies and procedures identify appropriate safety precautions and equipment to use when performing tasks that could result in bodily injury
• Place orders for equipment and supplies as necessary and ensure that equipment contaminated with blood or other infectious material is properly labeled or tagged before being set for repair or decontamination

Qualifications:

• High school education or equivalent required; 3 years of experience in a supervisory capacity in a maintenance/plant related position preferred
• Knowledgeable of boilers, compressors, generators, and various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and knowledgeable in building codes and safety regulations
• Licensed in accordance with current applicable standards, codes, labor laws, etc.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Ability to make independent decisions and deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
• Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies
• Must meet general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum of 50 feet