Facilities & Maintenance Manager — Community Operations

Brookdale Senior Living; Emerson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Associate assistance program

Employee discounts

Referral program

Early access to earned wages (hourly)

Voluntary benefits available

Job summary

Brookdale Senior Living is seeking a facilities maintenance leader to supervise the associates responsible for the general operation, maintenance and repair of the buildings and grounds at the community, ensuring compliance with current standards.

You will oversee maintenance, housekeeping and laundry staff, coordinate HVAC, electrical, plumbing and safety system work, and inspect completed tasks for quality. A valid state driver’s license and occasional travel are required.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years related experience.
• Valid State Driver’s License for vehicle travel, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manages the associates responsible for the general operating maintenance and repair of the buildings and grounds to maintain proper care of the assigned community(s).
• Supervises the community maintenance, housekeeping and laundry staff, to include hiring, training, evaluating performance, resolving disciplinary issues and firing.
• Directs workers engaged in the maintenance and upkeep of the interior and exterior of the community. Inspects completed work for conformance to standards and policies.
• Oversees scheduled maintenance on HVAC, elevator, fire and sprinkler equipment, generator, landscape, kitchen equipment, and emergency pull cord equipment.
• Coordinates maintenance requests by residents for items needing repair in their rooms, including repairing plumbing, electrical, heating and replacing light bulbs.
• Oversees repairs and maintenance of buildings including vacated rooms in a timely manner. This includes painting walls and cleaning carpets.
• Ensures walls, floor coverings, doors, and woodwork in the common areas of the community are properly maintained.
• Maintains positive communication with local fire Marshall, building inspector, state elevator inspector, and any other jurisdictions governing the community.
• Assesses all plumbing and electrical problems within the community and determines the best course of action to correct the problem. Works within the legal scope of local and state codes.
• Reviews safety data sheets (SDS) as requested for potential exposure to hazardous chemicals used and take necessary precautions.
• Assess property damage and file property damage claims in accordance with company policy.
• Responds appropriately to resident or community emergencies by assisting as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two to three years related experience

Job description

Brookdale Senior Living is seeking a facilities maintenance leader to supervise the associates responsible for the general operation, maintenance and repair of the buildings and grounds at the community, ensuring compliance with current standards.

You will oversee maintenance, housekeeping and laundry staff, coordinate HVAC, electrical, plumbing and safety system work, and inspect completed tasks for quality. A valid state driver’s license and occasional travel are required.