Maintenance Director

About the role

The Maintenance Director is the driving force behind the community’s inviting and safe environment for our residents, team members and guests. They lead and mentor the Maintenance, Housekeeping and Laundry team, ensuring every aspect of the physical plant from grounds and equipment to living spaces, is meticulously maintained, fully functional and impeccably clean.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-call point of contact for after-hour emergencies, as required by the community.
• Develop and implement comprehensive environmental, maintenance and safety strategies by creating, overseeing, and enforcing a proactive, preventative maintenance plan for all major systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) and equipment and sustainability.
• Manage department operations by planning, organizing, and directing the department, including developing programs and activities, evaluating performance standards and processes, conducting in-service training for the maintenance team, and ensuring all team members adhere to established safety regulations, wear proper attire and correctly use all equipment and supplies.
• Prepare vacant apartments for move-in, including replacing drapes, painting, caulking, shampooing carpets, and performing electrical, plumbing and carpentry work as needed.
• Coordinate all resident maintenance requests including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life safety.
• Manage outside vendors and contractors to secure bids and schedule needed work on special projects, tracking all maintenance expenditures and procedures.
• Assist maintenance Team Members in their job duties and assume maintenance activities, when needed.
• Maintain an updated list of emergency vendors and contact information for use by Maintenance, Housekeeping and Laundry team members in supervisor’s absence.
• Assist in the marketing of the community by displaying a positive and professional image.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Understand and comply with Federal, State, and local regulations, and company policies and procedures.
• Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication through consistent mentoring, coaching and recognition program utilization, in alignment with the MBK principles and core values.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• A minimum of two years of college education or trade school training with a focus on environmental services, maintenance, or related trades, preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field, a plus.
• 5+ years of hands-on, prior-related work experience in environmental services, maintenance, or facilities management with a healthcare, residential or similar community setting with multiple levels of care, highly desirable.
• 5+ years of prior experience working with building automation and systems, including plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic controls, essential.
• Demonstrated mechanical and troubleshooting ability to repair washers/dryers, heating and refrigeration units, ice machines, minor plumbing and electrical difficulties, painting and carpentry, required.
• 3+ years of prior supervisory or lead experience in the building industry, including the maintenance and handling the upkeep, repair, and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, and structural matters, required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and strong understanding of safety and environmental codes, protocols, and regulations, including hazardous materials handling, and asbestos management.
• Expertise in workplace safety practices and ability to assess and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Familiarity with housekeeping, laundry, landscaping, and maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of fire life/safety systems and emergency generators systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Must be age 18 or over.
• Must complete required Background clearance, health screening and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment (must be within the last 6 months).
• Valid state issued driver’s license and valid insurance or reliable method of transportation.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to speak, write and read English, effectively communicate with staff, and interact with a diverse range of ages and backgrounds.
• Must have solid technical and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), ability to manage work and supply order system, and office equipment (e.g., scanners, copiers).
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully and professionally at all times with personnel, residents, family members, and guests.
• Must possess strong organizational, problem solving and time management skills.
• Must possess the ability to make sound, independent decisions when circumstances warrant, remain calm and effectively manage conflicts, stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability and willingness to work independently without day-to-day oversight and supervision.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Experience with building automation and systems.
• Knowledge of fire life/safety systems and emergency generators systems.

Benefits

• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k matching up to 4%.
• Childcare and eldercare assistance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid sick leave under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Pay

$29.00 to $31.00 per hour.

Schedule

Full-Time, Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) & Emergency On-Call.

Benefits

• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k matching up to 4%.
• Childcare and eldercare assistance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid sick leave under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit our website and submit your resume and cover letter. For more information about MBK Senior Living, please visit our website or contact us at talentacquisition@mbk.com.