Maintenance Director

Stafford Suites is a 72 apartment assisted living community in the heart of Sumner and a member of the Cascadia Senior Living family of communities. Our mission is to create a joyful and vibrant community together with our residents. If you enjoy working in a supportive, caring environment, this is the place for you!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Director contributes to our joyful & vibrant community by performing and/or coordinating all repairs and physical maintenance for the building. In addition, the DOM ensures preventative maintenance is scheduled and performed on all equipment as needed and that fire alarm, fire suppression and other emergency equipment are maintained and tested per the guidelines of the National Fire Protection Agency and other applicable local and state codes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Adheres to and conveys philosophy of supporting dignity, privacy, independence, choice, individuality, and a home-like environment for residents.
• Implements and documents preventative maintenance program for community equipment.
• Maintains grounds including outside community repair, lawn maintenance and garbage removal or coordinates services with outside vendors where appropriate.
• Maintains inside of community, including carpet and furniture cleaning, window cleaning, painting, removal of trash and upkeep of vinyl.
• Maintains clean, neat comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Maintains and/or oversees repair of community/campus equipment; ensures equipment is functioning properly and staff are trained appropriately in its use.
• Prepares apartments for move in and completes refurbishing of apartments after move out, including painting of apartments.
• Observes problems and concerns with the community and the grounds and responds to resident concerns.
• Maintains and distributes safety data sheets.
• Maintains working procedures for emergency maintenance.
• Coordinates with the local fire department for emergency procedures per state regulations/codes (i.e. fire drills).
• Maintains quality assurance records for physical plant.
• Maintains records of resident repairs and works performed.
• Performs janitorial tasks and minor repairs.
• Conducts Physical Plant Orientation for new hires.
• Manages and mentors other maintenance personnel in the performance of essential job function/requirements.
Manages the schedule of direct reports.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Education or experience sufficient to meet position requirements or as required by State regulations.
• Meets all mandatory health requirements by state regulations.
• 3-5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in electrical repairs, plumbing, and/or carpentry.
• Experience with cost management and budgeting.
• Working knowledge of all necessary local, state, and federal safety regulations related to building maintenance and codes.
• Experience vetting qualifications of outside vendors and obtaining bids.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work safely and recognize potentially dangerous situations.
• Ability to work on a ladder.
• Ability to report to the community as needed to handle maintenance emergencies, acting in an on-call status for emergencies.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and overtime to meet requirements of the position.
• Ability to relate positively and communicate appropriately with residents and families, community members, volunteers, and other employees.
• Has compassion and special interest in working with senior population.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must pass a criminal background & fingerprint check.
• Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications.
• Ability to creatively problem-solve in both resident care and employee management
• Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
Maintains current Food Handlers card.

BENEFIT INFORMATION (Dependent on full time or part time status)

Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance and 401(k). Also includes assistance fund to help with hardships or continuing education.