EVS Director, Assisted Living — Facilities Leader

Polaris Healthcare; New Rochelle (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Healthcare’s Eliot at New Rochelle seeks a Maintenance Coordinator to oversee building and grounds upkeep and supervise environmental services staff. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, supply management, safety compliance, and event setup, with a focus on facilities supporting older adults.

The role requires handyman skills, experience in maintenance or environmental services, and a genuine interest in working with older adults.

Qualifications

• Handyman skills and experience in maintenance or environmental services.
• Enjoyment in working with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Establish and carry out a preventive maintenance program.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures for proper maintenance of the buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Coordinate and assign work to staff involved in environmental services.
• Requisition supplies needed within the annual budget. Request prior approval for items rarely purchased.
• Maintain neat, clean interiors and exteriors of the buildings.
• Ensure sidewalks and driveways are swept clean and free from rubbish and debris.
• Ensure that roads are plowed in winter, driveways and walks cleared of snow and walks salted to prevent icing.
• Ensure safe and proper storage of cleaning supplies, chemicals, tools and equipment.
• Participate in tasks needed to maintain buildings and grounds.
• Participate in performance evaluations and disciplinary action required for Environmental Services staff.
• Report concerns about residents' well-being to Case Manager or Administrator.
• Repair equipment or requisition needed services to repair equipment.
• Check daily for work requests of staff and residents.
• Perform handyman tasks for residents.
• Maintain an accurate ledger of repairs and services provided and submit to the office by the designated date each month.
• Ensure proper removal and disposal of trash.
• Assist with room setup and cleanup for special events.
• Inspect buildings and grounds weekly and repair items identified as needing repair; replace light bulbs.
• Inspect emergency lighting, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, sprinklers and ducts as required by New York City Code.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Handyman skills

Maintenance experience

Enjoyment in working with older adults

Job description

Polaris Healthcare’s Eliot at New Rochelle seeks a Maintenance Coordinator to oversee building and grounds upkeep and supervise environmental services staff. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, supply management, safety compliance, and event setup, with a focus on facilities supporting older adults.

The role requires handyman skills, experience in maintenance or environmental services, and a genuine interest in working with older adults.