Maintenance Director

The Fellowship Family; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fellowship Family in Cordele, GA is seeking a dedicated maintenance professional to ensure the physical integrity of the community. This role involves a variety of tasks including preventive maintenance, installations, and supervising staff to maintain cleanliness.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, a minimum of three years of related experience, and a genuine desire to serve senior adults. The position demands strong communication skills and the ability to perform physical tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a maintenance-related field.
• Ability to lift heavy objects occasionally.
• Must be able to communicate in English effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the physical integrity of the community.
• Prepare and implement a preventative maintenance schedule.
• Perform installations and repairs according to codes.
• Ensure community fire safety procedures are followed.
• Supervise Housekeeper Aides for cleanliness.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Compassion for senior adults

Excellent driving record

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational or Trade School degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Fellowship Cordele - Cordele, GA 31015

• Maintain the physical integrity of the community at all times, including anticipating, identifying, and correcting all maintenance issues involving the property.
• Prepare and implement a preventative maintenance schedule for buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Perform installations and repairs, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and painting in accordance with established codes.
• Conduct and record routine fire evacuation drills and inspect fire and emergency equipment.
• Inspect the physical plant, furnishings, and equipment on a regular basis, identifying needed repairs or improvements, and advise the Executive Director of recommended solutions in a timely manner.
• Assist with the supervision of all maintenance projects and all third‑party vendors to ensure timely completion, budget adherence, and desired quality and compliance.
• Monitor building and water temperatures and adjust to meet regulations and safety codes.
• Ensure strict adherence to community fire safety and hazardous chemical procedures, promptly addressing all unsafe conditions or equipment problems.
• Maintain grounds in a professional, well‑groomed manner by performing grounds maintenance or working with a landscape company; ensure outdoor walking areas and parking lot are clean, in good repair, and free of debris.
• Perform floor care on an ongoing basis, including carpeting in residents’ apartments and in common areas.
• Assist in lifting and transporting heavy objects, including receiving shipments, furniture, and assisting with move‑in and move‑out of residents including furniture, medical equipment, and other personal items.
• Ensure the department operates within established budget parameters. Maintain records that support supply and labor costs.
• Maintain understanding and awareness of the Department of Community Health’s Healthcare Facility Regulation Division’s Rules & Regulations for Assisted Living Communities and apply them to achieve operational effectiveness.
• Supervise all Housekeeper Aides to ensure cleanliness/sanitation meets the standards of Fellowship Home; ensure resident rooms, dining areas, and activity areas are cleaned as assigned, including dusting, polishing, vacuuming, mopping, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, and eliminating odors.
• Assist with housekeeping duties as needed, including cleaning, polishing, and sanitizing resident rooms, dining rooms, restrooms, lobbies, etc.
• Ensure established inventory controls and processes are maintained, including ordering, receiving, storage, preparation, and security; maintain clean, organized work areas and securely stored equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate all transportation needs and functions including transportation schedule/calendar, trip tracking, and vehicle maintenance; ensure safety and dignity for residents, assisting with external appointments and trips by driving Fellowship Home vehicles.
• Assist with the planning, development, and execution of various internal and external special events, including cookouts, games, festivals, etc.
• Be available on‑call for after‑hours and holidays, and for crisis management and emergencies.
• Take on special projects as needed and coordinate with the Executive Director.
• Ensure the Executive Director is kept fully informed on conditions and operations of FHN and any factors affecting operations.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma (or GED) and at least 3 years of experience in a maintenance‑related field.
• A vocational or Trade School degree in a maintenance‑related field is a plus.
• An excellent driving record is required.
• Must have compassion and desire to serve senior adults.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional heavy lifting will be required.
• Body Positions: Sitting, standing.
• Body Movements: Walking, turning head and torso, bending arms, wrists, and fingers.
• Body Senses: Must have full use of eyes, ears, and full power of speech.

Mental Requirements

• Mathematics: Must be able to do routine arithmetic calculations and understand the processes and equations necessary to perform duties.
• Language: Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, well enough to give instructions, relay information, and carry on effective interchange with reporters and other staff.

Working Conditions

Work will be done both inside and outside of the facility.