Salary:
$72,722.00 per year
How to Apply:
Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.
Minimum Requirements:
- A High School Diploma or its equivalent.
- Three (3) years of experience as a maintenance/plant supervisor.
- Previous experience as a Maintenance Director within a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), or Long-Term Care Facility (LTC) is preferred.
- A current, valid driver’s license is required for travel between Centers.
It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position. The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of acceptance of the conditional offer of employment.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Regional Center Administrator, the Environmental Service Manager directs the day-to-day activities of the Maintenance Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing the facility, and to assure the facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner. This position may be required to work beyond normal working hours, on weekends, and on holidays, and may be subject to call-backs for emergencies.
Overview:
Duties:
- Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the Maintenance Department, its programs and activities.
- Oversees the scheduling of the department work hours (including vacation and holiday schedules), personnel, work assignments, etc. to expedite work.
- Ensures the facility remains in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations for Life Safety Code compliance.
- Reviews the maintenance department’s policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually for revisions and makes recommendations to the Assistant Regional Center Administrator/Regional Center Administrator.
- Collaborates with the Regional Center Administrator on the development of operating and staffing budgets for maintenance and monitors monthly.
- Ensures proper planning, direction, participation, and supervision of both preventative and unplanned maintenance and repair activities in the facility, which includes painting, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and electrical work.
- Performs regular safety and inspections of the facility and documents findings; performs routine repair and maintenance to the facility.
- Purchases, within budgetary responsibilities, the general maintenance tools, supplies and equipment, and safety equipment; trains others in their appropriate use.
- Ensures that all the facility’s compliance requirements are met in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing the facility.
- Collaborates with Administrators, Directors, Managers, etc., with the development and implementation of the facility’s Emergency Preparedness Plan.
- Develops and implements preventive maintenance tasks, documents instructions and procedures for the preventive maintenance of facility and utility components and office equipment, as well as mechanical, air conditioning, heating, and electrical systems, etc.
- Reads and interprets blueprints to monitor the upkeep of electrical, HVAC, and other systems; runs, operates, and assesses technical aspects of facility machinery, equipment, and buildings.
- Monitors all on-site maintenance projects and makes recommendations to the Regional Center Administrator on project delays.
- Assures appropriate training is provided to employees within the department to ensure a safe working environment.
- Assists in standardizing the methods in which maintenance tasks will be performed.
- Maintains and provides various types of testing documentation.
- Participates in surveys/inspections by external agencies; develops a plan of correction for maintenance deficiencies identified during a facility survey,
- Performs additional duties as assigned or directed by the Regional Center Administrator.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Maintenance practices and procedures in a long-term care facility
- Blueprints and building codes
- Supervisory principles and practices
Skill in:
- Microsoft Office Suite
- HVAC and electrical systems
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively and deal tactfully with managers, subordinates, other employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the public
- Make independent decisions and follow instructions
- Lead and work harmoniously with other managers, supervisors, subordinates, and other employees
- Plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret maintenance programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Move intermittently throughout the workday and work in all areas throughout the facility.
- Assist with the evacuation of residents during emergencies.
- Work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary; may be subject to callbacks for emergencies.
- Lift a minimum of 35 lbs.
Residency:
Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans' Preference:
Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D