Director of Building and Grounds

About the role

Heights Crossing, professionally managed by Senior Living Residences, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to uphold our “Right Values” philosophy and maintain our position of excellence in the senior housing industry. We value associates who see their role not just as a job, but as an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of seniors by providing a clean and safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on maintenance and repair work as required and direct maintenance technicians in the performance of maintenance and repair tasks.
• Manage and conduct service and maintenance requests from residents, maintain landscaping and overall community appearance, and ensure the building interior and exterior are in good repair and properly cleaned.
• Conduct, schedule, and/or direct ongoing and preventive maintenance programs including HVAC, plumbing, water, gas, electrical, mechanical, sprinkler/fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, communications, carpentry, painting, plastering, refinishing, and similar work.
• Schedule repairs and routine maintenance of all institutional equipment, appliances, and vehicles, including the community van.
• Schedule and conduct work (and/or supervise workers/contractors) for apartment turnovers with rapid turnaround, ranging from refurbishing kitchenettes and installing new carpet to simple paint touch-ups.
• Monitor and manage the department budget.
• Manage, direct, and supervise all department staff including housekeeping/laundry associates and enforce compliance with all safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Knowledge: Safety regulations, state/federal codes, safe work practices, budget development and fiscal management, and maintenance trades.
• Experience: Plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting, and preventative maintenance preferred.
• Physical requirements: Standing, lifting (up to 30 pounds), bending; lifting and moving up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with residents, co-workers, and families.
• Technology: Ability to learn new technologies and use project management tool: TELS.
• Leadership: One year of experience supervising or training staff.
• Reliability: On-time and reliable attendance, as residents rely on timely assistance with daily living activities.

Pay

Annual salary starting at $80,000–$90,000, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive standard benefits starting on the day of hire, including paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental and vision insurance, disability coverage, complimentary life insurance, and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with company match.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and/or residents.
• DEI initiatives providing regular opportunities for associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Retail discounts including cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and more.
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner.