Maintenance Supervisor

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) with employer match

Fitness center access

Job summary

Covenant Living is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team, ensuring reliable operation of boilers, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems within our community. You will coordinate repairs, safety checks, and preventive maintenance, while collaborating with other departments to ensure residents’ needs are met.

You will report to the Director of Facilities Management and supervise contractors; experience in building systems and regulatory readiness is essential for

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent and Vocational Training Certificate or Trade School
• Preferred: Associate’s Degree and Boiler's License 2nd Class C Engineer and Certified Pool Operator
• Experience: 3+ years

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain building systems including boilers, HVAC, electrical, plumbing.
• Perform preventive maintenance and seasonal start-ups.
• Respond to work requests and supervise trades/contractors.
• Assist Director with supervision of contractors.
• Maintain grounds and ensure safety and budget compliance.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Leadership

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade/Vocational certificate

Associate degree (preferred)

Boilers License 2nd Class C Engineer

Certified Pool Operator

Job description

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! This position reports directly to the Director of Facilities Management. This position will interact with the Facilities Management Coordinator as work requests and assignments are issued. This position is both supervisory and service in nature. This position works in unison with the housekeeping and laundry departments to ensure that the Facilities Management Department operates effectively. This position cooperates with all other departments to assure that the needs of the residents are being met and that a pleasant working atmosphere is maintained.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates and maintains the boilers, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems, pumps, motors, fans, electrical systems, plumbing and sewer systems, and electrical generators.
• Assures that each system is functioning properly and that preventative maintenance, routine servicing, testing and seasonal start-ups and shut down are carried out.
• Test safety equipment as required.
• Accepts and completes work requests that are within experience, training and skill set on a timely basis. Technicians are not to exclude themselves or refuse assignments on the basis of being over-qualified or exempt by employment longevity.
• Requests may include resident transfers through levels of care by moving furniture and other personal belongings with assistance of team members.
• Is responsible to perform preventative maintenance assignments including lubrication, changing and cleaning filters, replacing of worn parts and oversight of trades/ contractors providing similar services on certain specialized equipment and systems.
• Makes approved building and equipment repairs.
• Actively participates with redecorating, refurbishing, renovations and construction additions.
• Assists the Director with the supervision of trades/ contractors in that effort.
• Perform skilled plumbing and electrical repairs or replacement of parts not requiring a license.
• Paints interior and exterior of building as requested by Administrator or Director.
• Maintains and beautifies the grounds.
• Performs snow and ice removal of parking lots/ walkways. Keep parking lots/ walkways free from hazardous conditions.
• Maintains community vehicles in safe operating conditions.
• Call approved contractors when necessary, and consistent with CRC policies and procedures and according to established local, State and Federal regulations.
• Order supplies, parts and fuels from approved vendors.
• Reads meters of fuel supply, water supply and electrical supply and recommends methods for conservation of these utilities.
• Responsible for the safekeeping and updating of original building and equipment plans and specifications.
• Develops and maintains records of repairs, replacements and modifications of building and equipment.
• Responsible for the Maintenance Department employee assignments and inspections in accordance CRC of MN policies and procedures and according to established local, State and Federal regulations.
• Responsible for the training of Maintenance Department employees.
• Schedule work hours for Maintenance Department employees.
• Supervise weekend coverage as needed.
• Follow Resident’s Rights policies at all times.
• Observe infection control procedures related to the activity program.
• Observe all facility safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for operating within the department budget.
• Follow Facilities Management Department policies and procedures.
• Contacts Director, Administrator, Associates or Executive Director for major problems.
• Participate in the after-hours on-call service. Schedules and policies are provided.
• Supports and contributes to the success of the Facilities Management computer program.
• Responsible for coordinating Pharmaceutical and Hazardous waste disposal and associated record keeping.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Required Degree: High School Diploma or Equivalent and Vocational Training Certificate or Trade School Preferred Degree: Associate’s Degree Preferred Certificate(s): Valid Driver’s License, Boilers License 2nd Class C Engineer and Certified Pool Operator Experience: 3+ Years

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Operations and Maintenance knowledge in building systems and preventive maintenance
• Leadership ability in leading team members toward a common goal.
• Supporting the maintenance team to ensure the team has the necessary resources to complete assigned tasks.
• Project Management skills in overseeing work orders and communicates status with vested parties.
• Legal and Regulatory knowledge in building codes, emergency preparedness, workplace regulations and accessibility standards.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office/community setting. Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time. Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist. Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs. Ability to operate various equipment base on department and weather conditions Engaging in repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and fingers – typing and/or writing. Clarity of Vision: For near visual acuity Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers. For far visual acuity, Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well. For peripheral vision, observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.

#SupportServices Compensation

Pay Range: $28.35 - $39.03 per hour Reasonable Pay Estimate A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $28.35 - $39.03 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Life, AD&D Tuition assistance and scholarships
• Employee assistance program
• Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
• Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

Covenant Living & CovenantCare at Home are faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) & Home Health organization.

From the establishment of our first community – Covenant Home of Chicago in 1886 – to becoming the fifth-largest not-for-profit CCRC sponsor in the LeadingAge Ziegler Top 150, our goal has been to provide outstanding care and services to senior adults. We believe we are inspired to serve. We create joy and peace of mind for residents and their families by providing a better way of life. These are the standards of behavior we hold ourselves to in serving our residents. Safety I learn & follow safety policies & procedures. I immediately report unsafe conditions for staff, residents, & guests and fix when possible. I protect residents, co-workers, & myself from unsafe conditions and practices by reporting unsafe conditions and fixing it or having it fixed. Courtesy I smile & acknowledge everyone that I encounter. I carry myself in a manner that projects positivity, approachability, & respectfulness. I address the concerns of others by actively listening & seeking solutions. Responsiveness I take initiative to respond to the needs of others in a timely manner to achieve resolution. I anticipate the needs of others and respond in a timely manner. I communicate to others who need to join me in responding to the needs of others. I return phone calls within 24 hours. I identify action steps and communicate them to all vested parties. Image I ensure our environment is professional, welcoming, & clean. I follow CL policies, procedures, & all regulations. We believe in making a difference in other’s lives. We have approximately 3,200 employees serving more than 5,000 residents in our nationwide family of continuing care retirement communities and home health. Construction and development continues on several of our 14 campuses, ensuring ever more exciting opportunities for employees to serve residents.