Skilled Nursing Facility Maintenance Director
North Miami Beach, FL North Miami Beach, FL Full-time Full-time $28 - $35 an hour $28 - $35 an hour Director of Maintenance Job Description Reports to:
Administrator Purpose:
The primary purpose of your job position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Maintenance Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.
Delegation of Authority:
As Director of Maintenance, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
Functions:
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.
However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.
The following duties, responsibilities and functions have been determined by Hampton Court Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to be essential to the successful performance of this position.
Duties, Responsibilities and Functions Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Maintenance Department, its programs and activities.
Develop and maintain written maintenance policies and procedures.
Assist the maintenance staff in the development and use of departmental policies, procedures, equipment, supplies, etc.
Review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc.
, at least annually for revisions and make recommendations to the Administrator.
Interpret the department's policies and procedures to employees, residents, visitors, government agencies, etc.
Assume the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the Maintenance Department.
Coordinate maintenance services and activities with other related departments (i.
e.
, Dietary, Nursing, Activities, etc.
).
Make written oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator as necessary/required concerning the operation of the Maintenance Department.
Assist in establishing a preventive maintenance program.
Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job related maintenance functions to ensure that tasks involving the potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded.
Inspect storage rooms, workrooms, utility/janitorial closets, etc.
, for upkeep and supply control.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.
Review and develop a plan of correction for maintenance deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such to the Administrator.
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.
Perform administrative duties such as completing necessary forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc.
, to assure control of equipment and supplies.
Ensure that services performed by outside vendors are properly completed/supervised in accordance with contracts/work orders.
Delegate a responsible staff member to act in your behalf when you are absent from the facility.
Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system.
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 Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees (i.
e.
, Infection Control, Safety, QA, etc.
).
Meet with maintenance personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, and solicit advice from inter-department supervisors concerning the operation of the maintenance department, assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services.
Attend department head meetings, etc.
, as scheduled or as may be called.
Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, and selection of maintenance personnel.
Schedule department work hours (including vacation and holiday schedules), personnel, work assignments, etc.
, to expedite work.
Delegate administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability to other maintenance personnel as deemed necessary to perform their assigned duties.
Assist in standardizing the methods in which maintenance tasks will be performed.
Review and check competence of maintenance personnel and make necessary adjustments/corrections as required or that may become necessary.
Counsel/discipline maintenance personnel as requested or as necessary.
Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status.
Terminate employment of personnel when necessary, documenting and coordinating such actions with the HR Director and/or Administrator.
Review complaints and grievances made or filed by department personnel.
Provide complaint/grievance reports to the Administrator as required or as may be necessary.
Conduct departmental performance evaluations in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures.
Maintain a productive working relationship with other department supervisors and coordinate maintenance services to assure that services can be performed without interruption.
Make daily rounds to assure that maintenance personnel are performing required duties and to assure that appropriate maintenance procedures are being rendered to meet the needs of the facility.
Report known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator.
Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.
Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines.
Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, scheduling, etc.
, of in-service training classes, on-the-job training and orientation programs for maintenance personnel.
Assume the responsibility for maintaining your professional competence through participation in programs of continuing education (i.
e.
, seminars, training programs, etc.
).
Ensure that all maintenance personnel attend and participate in annual facility in-service training programs as scheduled (e.
g.
, OSHA, TB, HIPAA, Abuse Prevention, Safety, etc.
).
Supervise safety and fire protection and prevention programs by inspecting work areas and equipment at least weekly.
Ensure that maintenance personnel follow established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies at all times.
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.
Ensure that supplies, equipment, etc.
, are maintained to provide a safe and comfortable environment.
Promptly report equipment or facility damage to the Administrator.
Assume the responsibility for obtaining/maintaining material safety data sheets (SDSs) for hazardous chemicals in the maintenance department.
Ensure that containers of hazardous chemicals in the department are properly labeled and stored.
Ensure that all maintenance personnel are trained to use labels and SDSs to recognize hazards and to follow appropriate protective measures.
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.
Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing such tasks.
Ensure that maintenance personnel follow established handwashing procedures.
Ensure that maintenance personnel follow established policies governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious wastes.
Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents.
Other(s) that may become necessary/appropriate to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.
Recommend to the Administrator the equipment and supply needs of the department.
Make periodic rounds to check equipment and to assure that necessary equipment is available and working properly.
Check supply rooms and work areas to assure that needed supplies are readily available to perform assigned tasks.
Monitor maintenance procedures to ensure that supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste.
Place orders for equipment and supplies as necessary or as may be required.
Ensure that equipment contaminated with blood or other infectious material is properly labeled or tagged before being sent for repair or decontamination.
Forecast needs of the department.
Makes departmental adjustments in order to conform to approved budget, and/or as dictated by an analysis of the monthly operating statement.
Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc.
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information.
Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.
Knock before entering a resident's room.
Ensure that the residents' personal and property rights are followed by maintenance personnel at all times.
Ensure that maintenance personnel inform residents when it is necessary to move personal possessions (i.
e.
preventive maintenance, replacement of equipment, etc.
).
Review maintenance complaints and grievances made by personnel, residents, family members, or visitors and make oral/written reports to the Administrator Ensure that all departmental employees follow established departmental policies and procedures.
Make weekly inspections of all maintenance functions to assure that quality control measures are continually maintained.
Be prepared to handle emergencies as they come up (i.
e.
, rescheduling maintenance work schedules, etc.
).
Be sure that appropriate medical waste is disposed of in accordance with our facility's established procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals.
Works throughout the facility.
Moves intermittently during working hours.
Is subject to frequent interruptions.
Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies, etc.
, under all conditions and circumstances.
Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.
Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel and other department staff.
Works beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
Hours of arrival and departure are assigned by the administrator per the need of the facility residents, family members, etc.
(example:
9:
00 am - 5:
30pm).
Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc.
throughout the work day as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Computer and software proficiency such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and the general public.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc.
that are necessary for proving quality care and customer satisfaction.
Must be able to anticipate the needs of others.
Must have a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as willingness to handle difficult situations.
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS (With or without the aid of mechanical devices) Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday (with or without a reasonable accommodation).
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position and adhere to facility policy and procedure on time and attendance.
Must possess sight, hearing senses (with or without a reasonable accommodation) or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity.
Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum of 25 feet.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT I have read this job description and fully understand that the requirements set forth therein have been determined to be essential to this position.
I hereby accept the position of the Director of Maintenance and agree to perform the tasks outlined in this job description in a safe manner and in accordance with the facility's established procedures and my independent judgment.
I understand that as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminates and hazardous chemicals and that the facility will provide to me instructions on how to prevent and control such exposures.
I further understand that I may also be exposed to Hepatitis B Virus and that the facility will make available to me, free of charge, the hepatitis B vaccination.
I also understand I may not release/disclose protected health or resident information without proper authorization.
I understand that I am a mandatory reporter for vulnerable adults.
I have been informed of the corporate compliance program and my obligations as an employee.
I understand that my employment is at-will and thereby understand that my employment may be terminated at-will either by the facility or myself and that such termination can be made with or without notice.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$28.
00 - $35.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience level:
2 years Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday Work setting:
In-person Long term care Nursing home Ability to commute/relocate:
North Miami Beach, FL:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Maintenance:
1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location:
In person Reports to:
Administrator.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Administrator Purpose:
The primary purpose of your job position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Maintenance Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.
Delegation of Authority:
As Director of Maintenance, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
Functions:
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.
However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.
The following duties, responsibilities and functions have been determined by Hampton Court Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to be essential to the successful performance of this position.
Duties, Responsibilities and Functions Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Maintenance Department, its programs and activities.
Develop and maintain written maintenance policies and procedures.
Assist the maintenance staff in the development and use of departmental policies, procedures, equipment, supplies, etc.
Review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc.
, at least annually for revisions and make recommendations to the Administrator.
Interpret the department's policies and procedures to employees, residents, visitors, government agencies, etc.
Assume the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the Maintenance Department.
Coordinate maintenance services and activities with other related departments (i.
e.
, Dietary, Nursing, Activities, etc.
).
Make written oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator as necessary/required concerning the operation of the Maintenance Department.
Assist in establishing a preventive maintenance program.
Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job related maintenance functions to ensure that tasks involving the potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded.
Inspect storage rooms, workrooms, utility/janitorial closets, etc.
, for upkeep and supply control.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.
Review and develop a plan of correction for maintenance deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such to the Administrator.
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.
Perform administrative duties such as completing necessary forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc.
, to assure control of equipment and supplies.
Ensure that services performed by outside vendors are properly completed/supervised in accordance with contracts/work orders.
Delegate a responsible staff member to act in your behalf when you are absent from the facility.
Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system.
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 Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees (i.
e.
, Infection Control, Safety, QA, etc.
).
Meet with maintenance personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, and solicit advice from inter-department supervisors concerning the operation of the maintenance department, assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services.
Attend department head meetings, etc.
, as scheduled or as may be called.
Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, and selection of maintenance personnel.
Schedule department work hours (including vacation and holiday schedules), personnel, work assignments, etc.
, to expedite work.
Delegate administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability to other maintenance personnel as deemed necessary to perform their assigned duties.
Assist in standardizing the methods in which maintenance tasks will be performed.
Review and check competence of maintenance personnel and make necessary adjustments/corrections as required or that may become necessary.
Counsel/discipline maintenance personnel as requested or as necessary.
Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status.
Terminate employment of personnel when necessary, documenting and coordinating such actions with the HR Director and/or Administrator.
Review complaints and grievances made or filed by department personnel.
Provide complaint/grievance reports to the Administrator as required or as may be necessary.
Conduct departmental performance evaluations in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures.
Maintain a productive working relationship with other department supervisors and coordinate maintenance services to assure that services can be performed without interruption.
Make daily rounds to assure that maintenance personnel are performing required duties and to assure that appropriate maintenance procedures are being rendered to meet the needs of the facility.
Report known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator.
Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.
Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines.
Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, scheduling, etc.
, of in-service training classes, on-the-job training and orientation programs for maintenance personnel.
Assume the responsibility for maintaining your professional competence through participation in programs of continuing education (i.
e.
, seminars, training programs, etc.
).
Ensure that all maintenance personnel attend and participate in annual facility in-service training programs as scheduled (e.
g.
, OSHA, TB, HIPAA, Abuse Prevention, Safety, etc.
).
Supervise safety and fire protection and prevention programs by inspecting work areas and equipment at least weekly.
Ensure that maintenance personnel follow established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies at all times.
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.
Ensure that supplies, equipment, etc.
, are maintained to provide a safe and comfortable environment.
Promptly report equipment or facility damage to the Administrator.
Assume the responsibility for obtaining/maintaining material safety data sheets (SDSs) for hazardous chemicals in the maintenance department.
Ensure that containers of hazardous chemicals in the department are properly labeled and stored.
Ensure that all maintenance personnel are trained to use labels and SDSs to recognize hazards and to follow appropriate protective measures.
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.
Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing such tasks.
Ensure that maintenance personnel follow established handwashing procedures.
Ensure that maintenance personnel follow established policies governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious wastes.
Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents.
Other(s) that may become necessary/appropriate to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.
Recommend to the Administrator the equipment and supply needs of the department.
Make periodic rounds to check equipment and to assure that necessary equipment is available and working properly.
Check supply rooms and work areas to assure that needed supplies are readily available to perform assigned tasks.
Monitor maintenance procedures to ensure that supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste.
Place orders for equipment and supplies as necessary or as may be required.
Ensure that equipment contaminated with blood or other infectious material is properly labeled or tagged before being sent for repair or decontamination.
Forecast needs of the department.
Makes departmental adjustments in order to conform to approved budget, and/or as dictated by an analysis of the monthly operating statement.
Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc.
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information.
Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.
Knock before entering a resident's room.
Ensure that the residents' personal and property rights are followed by maintenance personnel at all times.
Ensure that maintenance personnel inform residents when it is necessary to move personal possessions (i.
e.
preventive maintenance, replacement of equipment, etc.
).
Review maintenance complaints and grievances made by personnel, residents, family members, or visitors and make oral/written reports to the Administrator Ensure that all departmental employees follow established departmental policies and procedures.
Make weekly inspections of all maintenance functions to assure that quality control measures are continually maintained.
Be prepared to handle emergencies as they come up (i.
e.
, rescheduling maintenance work schedules, etc.
).
Be sure that appropriate medical waste is disposed of in accordance with our facility's established procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals.
Works throughout the facility.
Moves intermittently during working hours.
Is subject to frequent interruptions.
Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies, etc.
, under all conditions and circumstances.
Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.
Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel and other department staff.
Works beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
Hours of arrival and departure are assigned by the administrator per the need of the facility residents, family members, etc.
(example:
9:
00 am - 5:
30pm).
Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc.
throughout the work day as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Computer and software proficiency such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and the general public.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc.
that are necessary for proving quality care and customer satisfaction.
Must be able to anticipate the needs of others.
Must have a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as willingness to handle difficult situations.
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS (With or without the aid of mechanical devices) Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday (with or without a reasonable accommodation).
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position and adhere to facility policy and procedure on time and attendance.
Must possess sight, hearing senses (with or without a reasonable accommodation) or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity.
Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum of 25 feet.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT I have read this job description and fully understand that the requirements set forth therein have been determined to be essential to this position.
I hereby accept the position of the Director of Maintenance and agree to perform the tasks outlined in this job description in a safe manner and in accordance with the facility's established procedures and my independent judgment.
I understand that as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminates and hazardous chemicals and that the facility will provide to me instructions on how to prevent and control such exposures.
I further understand that I may also be exposed to Hepatitis B Virus and that the facility will make available to me, free of charge, the hepatitis B vaccination.
I also understand I may not release/disclose protected health or resident information without proper authorization.
I understand that I am a mandatory reporter for vulnerable adults.
I have been informed of the corporate compliance program and my obligations as an employee.
I understand that my employment is at-will and thereby understand that my employment may be terminated at-will either by the facility or myself and that such termination can be made with or without notice.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$28.
00 - $35.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience level:
2 years Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday Work setting:
In-person Long term care Nursing home Ability to commute/relocate:
North Miami Beach, FL:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Maintenance:
1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location:
In person Reports to:
Administrator.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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