Maintenance & Safety Director

Morning Pointe Senior Living; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Morning Pointe Senior Living is seeking a Maintenance Associate to implement the Preventative Maintenance Program and oversee maintenance across mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and safety systems in our residence. The role includes documenting logs, prioritizing daily work orders, and ensuring safety compliance.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED, with 2 years of general maintenance experience in a public facility preferred, and strong verbal/written communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years general maintenance experience in a public facility preferred.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, HVAC and general facility maintenance (not requiring a trade license).
• Knowledge of safety regulations in public facilities.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and document the Morning Pointe Preventative Maintenance Program and maintenance logs.
• Maintain Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Emergency Call, Sprinkler, Fire Alarm, and Building systems.
• Maintain Kitchen, Laundry, Landscaping, and Cleaning of grounds and facilities.
• Check and prioritize work orders daily; sign off on completed work.
• Conduct safety inspections and verifications including emergency lighting, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and drills.
• Perform carpet shampooing, floor stripping/waxing, and general floor maintenance.
• Handle bio-hazard waste safely; ensure equipment and appliances operate properly.
• Inventory control and purchasing of maintenance supplies; on-call 24-hour availability.

Skills

General maintenance

Safety regulations knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Flexibility with schedule

24-hour pager availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Morning Pointe Senior Living is seeking a Maintenance Associate to implement the Preventative Maintenance Program and oversee maintenance across mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and safety systems in our residence. The role includes documenting logs, prioritizing daily work orders, and ensuring safety compliance.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED, with 2 years of general maintenance experience in a public facility preferred, and strong verbal/written communication skills.