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Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Maintenance Department, its programs and activities.
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Develop and maintain written maintenance policies and procedures.
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Develop and maintain written job descriptions for each level of maintenance personnel in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, OSHA, and other pertinent laws and regulations.
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Assist the maintenance staff in the development and use of departmental policies, procedures, equipment, supplies, etc.
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Review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually for revisions and make recommendations to the Administrator.
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Interpret the department's policies and procedures to employees, residents, visitors, government agencies, etc.
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Assume the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the Maintenance Department.
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Coordinate maintenance services and activities with other related departments (i.e., Dietary, Nursing, etc.)
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Make written oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator as necessary/required concerning the operation of the Maintenance Department.
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Assist in establishing a preventive maintenance program.
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Submit accident/incident reports to the Business Office within twentyfour (24) hours after their occurrence.
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Assist the Infection Preventionist in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and jobrelated maintenance functions to ensure that tasks involving the potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded.
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Inspect storage rooms, work rooms, utility/janitorial closets, etc., for upkeep and supply control.
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Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
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Review and develop a plan of correction for maintenance deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such to the Administrator.
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Keep abreast of economic conditions/situations and recommend to the Administrator adjustments in maintenance services that assure the continued ability to provide a clean, safe and comfortable environment.
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Perform administrative duties such as completing necessary forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc., to assure control of equipment and supplies.
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Ensure that outside services are properly completed/supervised in accordance with contracts/work orders.
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Delegate a responsible staff member to act in your behalf when you are absent from the facility.
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Serve on various committees of the facility (i.e., Infection Control, Safety, QA, etc.) and provide written/oral reports of maintenance services and activities as required by the committee's guidelines or direction.
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Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees (i.e., Infection Control, Safety, QA, etc.).
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Meet with maintenance personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, and solicit advice from interdepartment supervisors concerning the operation of the maintenance department, assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services.
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Attend department head meetings, etc., as scheduled or as may be called.
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Schedule and announce departmental meeting times, dates, places, etc.
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Supervise safety and fire protection and prevention programs by inspecting work areas and equipment at least weekly.
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Ensure that maintenance personnel follow established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies at all times.
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Ensure that all personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects.
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Ensure that supplies, equipment, etc., are maintained to provide a safe and comfortable environment.
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Promptly report equipment or facility damage to the Administrator.
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Assume the responsibility for obtaining/maintaining material safety data sheets (MSDSs) for hazardous chemicals in the maintenance department.
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Ensure that containers of hazardous chemicals in the department are properly labeled and stored.
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Ensure that all maintenance personnel are trained to use labels and MSDSs to recognize hazards and to follow appropriate protective measures.
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Develop, maintain, and implement infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures to assure that a sanitary environment is maintained at all times and that aseptic and isolation techniques are followed by all maintenance personnel.
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Make periodic rounds to check equipment and to assure that necessary equipment is available and working properly.
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Check supply rooms and work areas to assure that needed supplies are readily available to perform assigned tasks.
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Monitor maintenance procedures to ensure that supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste.
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Ensure that appropriate personal protective equipment used in the handling of infectious materials is available and easily accessible to maintenance personnel.
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Maintain inventory and records according to established policies.
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Place orders for equipment and supplies as necessary or as may be required.
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Ensure that equipment contaminated with blood or other infectious material is properly labeled or tagged before being sent for repair or decontamination
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Follows code of ethics in procurement, handling of confidential information and personal conduct. Maintains the confidentiality of all resident information included protected health care information.
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Knowledgeable in data collection, data analysis methodology, and performance improvement methods needed to support and lead performance improvement projects
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Collaborate with the quality committee and senior leaders to prioritize and develop QAPI efforts
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Lead performance improvement projects and provide education and coaching in order to build needed skills in others to lead PIPs
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Participate in multidisciplinary QAPI activities
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Knowledge of current Performance Improvement Initiatives
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Performs all other jobs that may be assigned.
Education: Must possess, as a minimum, a high school grade education or its equivalent.
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Must have, as a minimum, oneyear(s) experience in a supervisory capacity, in a maintenance/plant related position.
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Must be knowledgeable of boilers, compressors, generators, etc., as well as various mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
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Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
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Must be knowledgeable in building codes and safety regulations.
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Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
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Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
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Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
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Must be knowledgeable of maintenance practices and procedures, as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing maintenance functions in the longterm care facility.
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Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
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Must have the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, etc., of the Maintenance Department.
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Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance areas; must perform regular inspections of resident rooms/units for order, safety, and proper performance of equipment.
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Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
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Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.
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Must possess the ability to plan and carry out programs in repair, new construction, and equipment installation.
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Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
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Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
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Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
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Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
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Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
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Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
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Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel, and support agencies.
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Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.
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Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
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Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum of 50 feet.
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May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the you will be regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At this facility, we believe that we exist to deliver the very best health care services available to our residents in a homelike atmosphere. Her you will find support services tailored to meet individual needs, encourage independence and wellness. Our skilled Nursing Staff, Social Services, Dietary Services, Activities, and Therapy Departments provide for the emotional and physical well-being of each resident. The staff of the facility understands that our residents come first. We are dedicated to maximizing the functional outcomes of our residents. We strive to improve the quality life of those we serve. We always treat our residents, their families, and our customers with integrity and honesty. We are committed to the highest ethical and moral standards in patient care.
