Director of Environmental Services- Harmar Place
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Community Name: Harmar Place CommunityThe Director of Facilities is responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of housekeeping, laundry and maintenance personnel; to ensure the community is maintained in a sanitary, attractive and orderly condition in good repair; to ensure the community is free of hazards such as those caused by electrical, plumbing, ventilation, heating and cooling systems and is in compliance with applicable safety and fire regulations, and federal, state and local building codes; and for the provision of quality laundry and housekeeping service.Essential Functions Statement(s) Oversees daily operation of Maintenance, Housekeeping, and Laundry ServicesExecutes preventative maintenance program and record-keeping systems to maintain the community at its highest level of physical functionDevelops community profile and physical plant history by maintaining complete documentation of all maintenance activities including accurate records of all replacement parts and materials usedMaintains record of fuel supplyPicks up work order requests daily and establishes work priorityCoordinates maintenance, cleaning and repair work as required/requested and as defined in the Maintenance ManualReports serious mechanical failures and problems to AdministratorMaintains grounds cleared of debris, according to local codeMaintains functional parts of devices and control instruments, lubricates and cleans parts, as neededEnsures proper functioning of power generator, time clock, exhaust fans, water fountains, toilets and drainsConducts fire drillsChecks all fire extinguishers for correct position, charges and storageTests all smoke detectors and lubricates all fire doorsIdentifies and recommends independent contractors for repairs or maintenance work which is beyond the capabilities of community staffProvides or arranges 24-hour on call service to the community in case of emergencyImplements Housekeeping Program and record keeping systems to maintain the community at its highest level of physical functionProvides a schedule, in calendar days, for performance programCoordinates all housekeeping/cleaning dutiesCoordinates emergency housekeeping as necessaryArranges furniture and equipment in an orderly fashionCoordinates emptying and cleaning of ash trays and waste basketsCoordinates all floor servicing, vacuuming, and carpet shampooing including laundering rugsOversees terminal cleaning duties per established procedure upon discharge, transfer, or for new occupantsOversees proper isolation cleaning in resident rooms according to procedure manualMaintains neat and orderly supply roomEnsures proper care of large plants in communityMaintains current room list for laundryImplements Laundry Program & Recordkeeping Systems to ensure efficient operation of Laundry Services to the CommunityLogs quantity of laundry processed on a daily and monthly basis for departmental chargesInspects and maintains laundry area and equipment periodicallyCoordinates residents clothing and personal items inventory assuring identification markedCoordinates picking up soiled lined brutes per wing, throughout shift, proper cleaning and liners replacedAssures proper washing guidelines and procedures are followedCoordinates laundry and linen distribution to residents and all neighborhoodsMaintains department staffing with qualified staff providing on-going developmentCoordinates attendance, by staff, at scheduled in-service programsEstablish staff duties with regard for performance and skillsEnsures staff are adequately oriented and trained to perform their duties, resident satisfactionCoaches, counsels and disciplines staff including management of personal informationIdentifies and maintains accountability for security within assigned areas of responsibilityAssists in developing and updating departmental procedures and policiesMaintains required records as outlined in UCH Policies and Procedures manualDevelops specifications for commonly used items and orders supplies for department, keeping adequate levels stockedPrepares requisitions and monitors outcomesPerforms all other duties as assigned or directed Competency Statement(s) Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.Deductive Reasoning - Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals. Skills & Abilities Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) requiredExperience: Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience in a similar position within the building trades with knowledge of maintenance proceduresComputer Skills: Must be able to proficiently operate a computer, the internet and general office equipment.Certifications & Licenses: Must possess a valid driver's license; technical certificates in mechanical, electrical, carpentry or HVAC preferred; must obtain and maintain mandatory, state and federal requirements and certifications for practice or occupation.Other Requirements: Must be able to read, write, understand and speak the English language; Must be able to work closely with housekeeping and laundry personnel to provide direction; Must be able to work with residents and/or families to ensure the provision of acceptable laundry services; Must be able to work with community personnel to determine housekeeping needs; Must be able to work with other community staff and vendors as needed; Special care or dementia care employees will have additional training in the care and treatment of dementia residents as defined by Joint Commission Accreditation Standards; Must be able to execute all terms and conditions as set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr