MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR

Camelot Rehabilitation at Magnolia Park; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Management Group, LLC's facility in Lafayette, LA is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee environmental services and the center's maintenance program, ensuring sanitary, safe, and well-maintained conditions in line with regulations.

You will supervise maintenance staff, manage work orders, coordinate with nursing and infection control, perform routine checks on electrical, HVAC, and safety systems, and respond to emergencies, audits, and fire drills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• One to two years of supervisory experience in a commercial establishment with knowledge of maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervises maintenance staff and daily work in assigned areas to ensure standards and control of costs.
• Maintains records of maintenance activities, parts, supplies, and equipment.
• Executes preventive maintenance program and keeps documentation up to date.
• Coordinates with residents, nurses, physicians and staff on environmental services requests and issues.
• Performs routine maintenance and repairs following applicable regulations and building codes.
• Checks and maintains safety systems, lighting, and environmental controls; responds to emergencies as needed.
• Identifies contractors for major repairs and coordinates with management on improvements.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in policy/procedure development.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position DescriptionResponsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of the maintenance department to ensure environmental center compliance in accordance to Federal, State and Local ordinance, regulations and building codes. Ensures center is maintained in a sanitary, attractive, and orderly condition; in good repair, free from hazards such as those caused by electrical, plumbing, ventilation, heating and cooling systems. Also responsible for the provision of quality laundry service.Principal ResponsibilitiesSupervises all Environmental Services personnel and daily work in assigned areas throughout center in an effective, efficient manner that enhances service levels while providing appropriate control of expense budgets, staffing and the effectual resolution of interdepartmental and personnel problems. Processes and maintains records of accounts payable, supplies received, equipment maintenance, and other department business.Executes the Company’s preventive maintenance program and record keeping systems to maintain the center is at its highest level of physical function.Develops center profile and physical plant history by maintaining complete documentation of all maintenance activities including accurate records of all replacement parts and materials used; Maintains records of fuel supply.Performs all routine maintenance and repair work for the center in accordance to Federal, State and Local ordinance, regulations and building codes.Works with residents, nurses, physicians, department leaders and other staff members regarding environmental services requests, infection prevention, service resolution opportunities, and other interdepartmental matters. Provides timely follow-up for information to requesting departments. Communicates and consults with management on best practices.Maintains electrical and mechanical equipment in good working order; Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments and lubricates and cleans parts, as needed; Lubricates potty chairs, wheelchairs, shower chairs, wheeled Geri-chairs, drug carts, etc.; Repairs outdoor chairs and benches; Reports serious mechanical failures and problems to the Administrator.Picks up work order requests daily and establishes work priority.Performs daily rounding and inspection of assigned areas to assure company standards for cleanliness are met. Works in conjunction with infection control department to meet all standards. Provides education and ensures staff compliance with all safety and regulatory guidelines.Checks light bulbs and exit lights, heat and water temperatures, circuit breakers, temperatures of walk-in cooler, freezers and standing refrigerators, and call-light system for each room and makes necessary adjustments.Cleans lint, dust, and dirt from dryers, vents, and heat registers; Cleans condenser coils in refrigeration units; Hoses out garbage cans; Washes windows and screens outside the building; Cleans ice machines.Checks bedrails, toilet seats, and grab rails for security and proper functioning; Checks windows for presence of screens and glass.Insures proper functioning of power generator, time clock, exhaust fans, water fountains, toilets, and drains; Balances scales and checks operation of elevators, if applicable.Conducts fire drills; Checks fire extinguishers for correct position, charges and storage, tests all smoke detectors and lubricates all fire doors.Identifies and recommends independent contractors for repairs or maintenance work which is beyond the capabilities of center employees; Requests and obtains direction from the Support Services Consultant, as needed.Provides 24-hour “on-call” service to the nursing center in case of emergency.Attends and participates in staff meetings, department head meetings, and other center meetings and sits on required committees.Assists in developing and updating departmental procedures and policies.Supervise the day-to-day maintenance functions of assigned personnel.Ensures that an adequate supply of maintenance supplies is maintained to perform daily tasks.Prepares resident rooms for new and/or discharging residents.Maintains the grounds, facility and equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards.Works to problem solve, plan, organize, communicate and cooperate with others to ensure that projects are completed.Maintains accurate maintenance records of work done.Conducts fire drill; Checks all fire extinguishers for correct tags, position, charges, and storage; Tests all smoke detectors and checks operation of and lubricates fire doors.Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice.QualificationsHigh School diploma preferredOne to two years of supervisory experience in a commercial establishment with knowledge of maintenance procedures.Priority Management Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. Management Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.