Maintenance Services Director

Century Park Associates; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Park Associates is seeking a Maintenance Director for our Senior Independent Living Community in Colorado Springs. The role leads a 3-person maintenance team and oversees repairs, preventive maintenance, and safety compliance to uphold high standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in maintenance with supervisory experience, knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building codes. Salary starts at $56,160 per year, with opportunities for advancement based on experience and

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of local building codes and OSHA safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, implements and evaluates maintenance services goals.
• Complies with budget in labor and expense control.
• Recruits, hires, trains, counsels department staff.
• Provides safety training during new hire orientation and ongoing.
• Keeps accurate maintenance records of work performed and costs involved.
• Maintains equipment inventory and upkeep.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Maintenance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our Senior Independent Living Community is looking for an experienced and positive Maintenance Director with a team approach.Must love Seniors!Min 3 years experience needed including supervisory experience.Salary starting at $56,160k per year, depending on experience and management skills.Knowledge of apartment complex construction, heat pumps, cooling towers, pool and jacuzzi preferred.Prepares apartments for rent, including repairs and painting following a punch list.Maintenance team of 3, including Director performing all maintenance requests.Oversees maintenance team and night security.

Position Summary

TheMaintenance Services Directoris responsible for the overall operations of the Maintenance department to maintain the Community’s high standards of cleanliness, safety and polished appearance in accordance with all laws, regulations and Century Park standards. Reports to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years’ maintenance experience
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Must be knowledgeable of local building codes and ordinances, including OSHA safety regulations

Primary Job Responsibilities

Administrative and Planning

• Plans, develops, organizes, implements and evaluates maintenance services goals
• Compliant with budget in labor and expense control
• Recruits, hires, trains, counsels department staff
• Provides Safety training during new hire Orientation and ongoing
• Keeps accurate maintenance records of work performed and costs involved in TELs program
• Maintains accurate equipment inventory and upkeep (from boilers and lawnmowers to small socket wrenches)

Maintenance Services Duties

• Ensures staff is properly trained on all safety including: electrical, chemicals, equipment, supplies and in compliance with OSHA safety regulations
• Directs all maintenance programs for heating, cooling, water, gas, electrical, mechanical, grounds, carpentry, painting, sprinklers, fire alarms, plumbing, building exteriors, etc.
• Monitors community and grounds regularly to identify needed repairs or replacements: apartments, common areas, depart work areas, landscaping, signage, sidewalks, driveway, parking area, fences, curbs, retaining walls, etc.
• Completes minor repairs (i.e., icemakers, dyers, washers, dishwashers, small appliances)
• Prepares apartments for residency: wall repairs, painting, plumbing repairs, electrical repairs, cabinetry, appliance repair, carpet/drapery damage or replacement, etc.
• Completes safety inspections: emergency lighting, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, fire drills, etc.
• Ensures effective pest control program is implemented
• Schedules preventive maintenance to refurbish or replace deteriorating items and avoid future costly repairs
• Inspects energy conservation efforts community wide (i.e., insulation of pipes, no excessive lights burning, thermostat settings, not leaving doors and windows open, water conservation.)
• Promptly notifies Executive Director of maintenance related repairs or other concerns
• Keeps outside traffic areas free of with debris, snow, ice and other traffic hazards
• Assists with resident move in and move out as necessary
• May oversee housekeeping department

Additional Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license in current State with satisfactory driving record per Century Park standards
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must be knowledgeable of maintenance practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing maintenance functions in an assisted living community
• Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the maintenance department
• Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: general maintenance responsibilities, supervisory responsibilities, resident rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park’s Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training

Who We Are

At Century Park Associates, we are dedicated to creating an enriching lifestyle for our residents and a rewarding work environment for our valued associates. We take pride in providing an atmosphere where relationships of trust, leadership and personal ethics are not only valued, but expected of all our associates. Our “people come first” approach ensures that excellence, respect and outstanding service are apparent in all we do as an organization. We believe in caring for and loving our residents and strongly support their ability to continue growing, learning and contributing. Every day, team members at Century Park Associates choose to go beyond their job descriptions, exceeding expectations, on behalf of their residents. They have learned that those who go the extra mile receive rewards happiness of heart and peace of mind.