Maintenance Director - Skilled Nursing Facility

St. Patrick's Residence

$80K — $90K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 3+ years of supervisory experience in maintenance/plant positions.
  • Must possess relevant licenses per standards and regulations.
  • Proficient in electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and architectural systems.
  • Previous experience in Skilled Nursing or Long Term Care Facilities is preferred.
  • Knowledge in safety regulations, especially Fire Codes and Life Safety.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and develop the Maintenance Department's programs and activities.
  • Manage critical life safety systems including fire alarms and emergency plans.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
  • Prepare and manage the maintenance budget and staffing needs.
  • Oversee training and safety policy adherence for maintenance staff.
  • Direct preventive and reactive maintenance efforts across various trades.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and document findings.

Benefits

  • COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION
  • Student Loan Forgiveness Guidance
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Fully paid life insurance coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account option
  • Retirement plan offered
  • Tuition reimbursement available
  • Employee Assistance Program with discounts
Full Job Description
Maintenance Director

We are seeking to hire a Maintenance Director.

  • $80K to $90K annually based oncircumstances including skills, qualifications, degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, market data, and other relevant factors.


Maintenance Director Introduction: Maintenance Director is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the Maintenance and Environmental Services Department in accordance with local, state and federal regulations, established home policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Administrator to provide the best care and services to the residents. This role requires a proactive approach to building systems, maintenance tasks, and ensuring all operational functions are fully optimized.

Maintenance Director Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum three (3) years' experience in a supervisory capacity, in a maintenance/plant related position.
  • Licensed in accordance with applicable standards, codes, labor laws, etc.
  • A working understanding electrical systems, HVAC systems, and various mechanical and architectural systems.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Previous experience as a Maintenance Director with a Skilled Nursing Facility, or Long Term Care Facility preferred.
  • Knowledge and ability to use designated software.
  • Must have the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
  • Must have sound knowledge of Federal and State regulations pertaining to fire codes and Life Safety.


Maintenance Director Job Summary:

  • Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Maintenance Department, its programs and activities.
  • Manage all critical components such as fire alarms, sprinklers, emergency exits, evacuation plans, fire suppression systems, and emergency lighting.
  • Ensure the home remains in compliance with all federal, state and local regulations for Life Safety Code compliance.
  • Prepare operating and staffing budgets for maintenance.
  • Ensure maintenance staff are properly trained and follow safety policies and procedures.
  • Ensure proper planning, direction, participation, and supervision of both preventative and unplanned maintenance and repair activities to include painting, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and electrical work.
  • Purchase within budget the general maintenance tools, supplies and equipment, safety equipment.
  • Ensure the home's Fire Safety program complies with the 2012 version of the Life Safety Code and Health Care Facilities Code.
  • Perform regular safety inspections of the home and document the findings.
  • Schedule department work hours (including vacation and holiday schedules).
  • Ensure home's compliance with multiple OSHA standards.
  • Assist with the development, implementation and drilling on the Emergency Preparedness Plan.
  • Ensure the home's Fire Safety program complies with the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code 2012 and NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code 2012 Editions.
  • Serve on Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee, Infection Control, Antibiotic Stewardship, Safety and other various committees.


This is a brief overview of job responsibilities and not intended to be all inclusive.

We aim to create a supportive workplace where you are valued, compensated fairly and provided the tools to thrive!

St. Patrick's can offer you:

  • COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION
  • Student Loan Forgiveness Guidance
  • Health (Aetna), Dental, Vision, HSA with employer contribution
  • Benefits available 1st of the mo. following 30 days
  • Fully paid life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Supplemental insurances
  • Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program with Discount marketplace
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • A mission-based approach to providing nursing care


For more information on employee benefits, please copy/paste this address in your browser: https://www.stpatricksresidence.org/employee-benefits-training-naperville-il/.

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