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Solvista Health

Maintenance Director

Solvista Health, Salida, Colorado, United States, 81201


General Purpose:

The Maintenance Director is responsible for overseeing all maintenance operations, ensuring the safe and efficient functioning of all facilities, equipment, and systems. This role involves strategic planning, team management, safety management, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Inspects facilities on a regular basis to ensure grounds, buildings, and equipment are maintained in a safe, clean, efficient, and fully operational manner, in accordance with established policies and procedures.Inspects, maintains, and tests fire alarm and emergency systems in accordance with established policies and procedures. Maintains appropriate records of test results.Establishes and implements an effective preventive maintenance program for cleaning, painting, maintaining facility equipment, etc., as needed.Establishes a priority system for unscheduled maintenance.Maintains heating and cooling units/systems, and any auxiliary electrical systems (backup generators) in proper working condition, as specified by the manufacturer. Prior to the onset of seasonal changes, inspects the systems for loose wires, broken lines, leaks, etc., and pre-start unit/system to ensure it is in proper working order.Maintains disaster preparedness and safety plan/manual. May conduct fire and/or disaster drills and training. Ensures that there are adequate emergency supplies on hand.Requisitions, controls, and maintains an adequate level of required maintenance supplies and equipment from approved vendors. Replaces equipment as necessary and approved.Reports accidents and incidents; resident grievances, complaints, allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property; occupational exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals; concerns and suspected incidences of non-compliance including but not limited to hazardous conditions.Supervises maintenance and janitorial staff to ensure the proper maintenance of the property and grounds. This includes promptly responding to and resolving facilities tickets, safely directing staff, and developing a highly skilled team of Maintenance and Janitorial Staff.Maintains the property's operating budget and secures competitive bids for supplies and services.Reviews and prioritizes work orders to ensure timely completion and resident satisfaction. Manages the work order process efficiently and maintains records in the computer software.Oversees the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the facility, including ensuring compliance with fire and safety codes and overseeing construction projects. Promptly reporting employee injuries is also part of this role.Tracks, manages, and maintains company vehicles.Regularly liaises with the manager and responds to maintenance emergencies.Maintains meticulous records and provides cost-saving initiatives for review.Implements preventative maintenance plans, being on call for after-hour emergencies, and ensures compliance with OSHA regulations and safety laws. This includes conducting regular property inspections and maintaining a safe, drug, and alcohol-free workplace.Actively mentors and trains maintenance team members to enhance their skills and knowledge, fostering a highly skilled team capable of delivering efficient and effective maintenance services.Maintains prompt and regular attendance.Troubleshoots and repairs various systems, such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing to maintain the property's functionality.Performs other duties as assigned.Supervisory Duties:

Leads and manages the maintenance team, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.Develops and implements maintenance policies, procedures, and best practices.Job Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

Ability to gather and analyze data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations. Must live within 30 minutes of Salida with the ability to respond to calls on site.Education or Formal Training:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field.Experience:

Minimum of 7 years of experience in a maintenance management role, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity. Familiar with Life Safety and Preventive Maintenance.Working Conditions and Other Conditions of Employment:

Working Environment:

This role is based on site and requires that the employee spend time outside with exposure to the elements. May require working in confined spaces, heights, and potentially hazardous areas. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. In the health center environment, there is potential for contact with blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases, as well as potential for contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals. There could be interaction with persons who are mentally ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset.Solvista Health is deeply committed to building a workplace and community where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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