Overview:

• Member of community Cabinet team. Works collaboratively with Executive Director and Cabinet team to ensure success in meeting and exceeding community goals in operations, human resources, sales and resident care.
• Responsible for oversight of the Maintenance staff, which includes hiring, training and development, counseling, performance evaluation, functional development and disciplinary action.
• Oversees training of all staff on maintenance policies and procedures.
• Trains newly hired Directors of Engineering in other communities as requested.
• Advances the employee relations strategy to build the right work environment to increase employee engagement and remain issue and union free.
• Increases personal growth and development through formal and informal education programs.
• Evaluates and recommends staff and physical resources required for operations.
• Works with residents and staff to ensure needs are met and work is completed in a timely manner.
• Plans, implements and administers an effective preventative maintenance program in accordance with approved company procedures and engineering practices.
• Develops action plans for achieving community objectives.
• Manages community work orders and preventative maintenance programs.
• Manages all distribution systems for electricity, water, steam, gas, etc.
• Manages and / or completes daily chemical testing of the following areas: boiler, cooling tower, condensate return system, closed loops, open loops, pool and spa.
• Manages, inspects and responds to alarms within the building automation system and fire life safety system.
• Manages and operates air conditioning, heating, ventilation and refrigeration systems.
• Keeps all charts and records pertaining to heat, light, power and costs of the facility.
• Maintains interior/exterior building(s) and grounds.
• Implements the energy management program. Develops and monitors quality assurance initiatives, conducts building inspections and oversees compliance with regulatory authorities such as OSHA, NFPA, ACHA and Life Safety.
• Ensures regulatory required testing and documentation is completed.
• Develops a community capital improvement plan.
• Prepares Requests for Proposals, monitors and coordinates the services performed by outside contractors in accordance with all company approved contracts, leases, service agreements, and warranties.
• Oversees capital projects and upgrades as requested.
• Manages and/or participates in community Safety Committee.
• Assists in developing the community Disaster Plan.
• May be required to use vehicle to pick up parts and supplies.
• Supports the employee survey process and partners with Director of Human Resources and Cabinet team to develop and execute subsequent improvement programs

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required. Associate Degree in related field or equivalent years of experience in the field is required. Bachelors degree is preferred.
• Work Experience: Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Maintenance Management is required. Must have at least 3 years in a supervisory position.
• Licensure / Certification: Certified Hospitality Facilities Executive (CHFE) is preferred, or successfully pass the CHFE within 18 months of employment is required. Association of Facility Engineers (AFE) Plant Supervisor certification is preferred. Licensure in Heating/Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Electrical, EPA and Plumbing is preferred. Must possess a valid and current driver's license, where applicable.