Director of Maintenance

Company: Harbor Retirement Associates (HRA)
Location: Princeton
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

Ensures the residence and grounds are in good repair and provide a safe and attractive environment for residents, family members and guests. Also maintains compliance with OSHA, MSDS, state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA. This is for a brand new luxury senior living community providing Assisted Living and Memory Care Services opening soon, but we are hiring our team of directors ahead of the building opening. This gives you as director of maintenance, a unique perspective to be able to see the building under construction and understand the framework. Essential Functions:

• Inspects residence and grounds regularly identifying any areas in need of repairs
• Responds promptly to all requests for repairs or maintenance concerns
• Performs Manager On Duty responsibilities when assigned
• Assists with resident move-ins and move-outs
• Prepares resident rooms and apartments for new residents
• Assists with set-up and clean-up for special events when applicable
• Maintains grounds, coordinates lawn service and other outdoor grounds service as required
• Tests the fire protection systems as required by code and schedules regular inspections
• Tests residence security systems on a regular basis
• Maintains HVAC system ensuring a comfortable temperature in the community
• Ensures an effective lighting system in the community
• Ensures that plumbing system is in compliance with code and working properly at all times
• Secures all maintenance equipment to prevent injuries to residents,associates and visitors
• Provides proper removal and disposal of trash
• Participates in training associates in safety issues, emergency situations and safe practices
• Participates in the recruitment and hiring of maintenance,housekeeping and laundry associates (if applicable)
• Manages time and assignments of maintenance technicians,housekeeping and laundry associates (if applicable) to meet the needs of the community Non-Essential Functions: Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements: High school education. Associates or Bachelors degree preferred Minimum of one (1) year in general maintenance experience required Minimum of one (1) year of supervision or management experience preferred Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts Knowledge of Federal and State safety and fire codes Knowledge of OSHA regulations and MSDS Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook software preferred Able to make independent decisions Able to seek out new methods and willing to incorporate them into existing practices when applicable Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens

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