Director of Maintenance and Housekeeping

The Chapman House is currently seeking a full-time Maintenance and Safety Director for our Auburn, Maine facility.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Director oversees the general maintenance, safety, and janitorial duties within the building. The Maintenance Director will lead efforts in providing a safe and welcoming environment for all our residents and staff. Additionally, the Maintenance Director is responsible for ensuring compliance with life safety codes, emergency preparedness, and safety data sheet requirements. The position entails managing and supervising both the maintenance and housekeeping departments, overseeing building vendor relationships, and being on call to address emergency issues. Our Maintenance Director is a crucial member of the leadership team and organizational culture.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads all maintenance and housekeeping staff. (Training, recruiting, performance management, time sheets)
• Supports welcoming new admissions by preparing the room, assisting families with moving in and setting up rooms.
• Creates and develops and maintains policies, and trainings for all staff, regarding life safety codes, emergency preparedness, SDS, OSHA and other safety requlations as necessary.
• Manages preventative maintenance program on equipment and building structure, keeping records of all inspections. In coordination with vendors as necessary.
• Performs general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of building and grounds including, but not limited to painting, carpentry, repairs, lawn care, assisting with minor mechanical problems, plumbing adjustments, snow removal, keeping building/grounds free from refuse and litter, and placing gravel/salt on ice to prevent falls or injuries.
• Partners with Administrator regarding ongoing projects, estimates for future projects, and departmental related issues.
• Manages departmental budget, and acquires quotes and proposals as needed.
• Assists with the proper storage of food and paper product deliveries as needed. Assures a three-day emergency supply of water, food and paper products are available per regulation.
• Attends trainings as required or appropriate to stay up to date with current maintenance and safety code requirements. (example:OSHA)

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED FOR POSITION:

Experience and Skill Requirements:

• At least two years of prior experience in maintenance preferred.
• Experience with use of light tools and carpentry.
• Handy when it comes to fixing things; mechanical ability.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards
• Working knowledge of Assisted Living Specific regulatory and safety requirements preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and written policies/protocols as required.
• Ability to understand and follow policies on blood borne pathogens/ Hazard Communications.
• Ability to handle and respond to emergency incidents and follow all internal policies and procedures.
• Exceptional Customer Service Skills required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Experienced working with computer programs and techonolgies including (Security programs, Call Bell systems, Microsoft programs, video/audio systems)

Education/Knowledge Requirements:

· High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

· General knowledge of building and related systems maintenance, as well as grounds maintenance.

· Knowledge of lawn care, carpentry abilities and ability to use lawn mower and snow blower.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the incumbent encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Residential living environment for senior women. Work is performed in various settings, both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions. The position includes potential exposure to human waste, blood and body fluids. The position requires flexibility in the schedule and the willingness and ability to respond to emergencies 24/7.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person