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About Sprenger Health Care Systems
Since 1959 Sprenger Health Care Systems continues to be family owned and operated. Sprenger offers the full continuum of aging services including: Short Term Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Hospice, and Home Health.
Our innovative care, excellent customer service, and compassionate dedicated employees have made Sprenger Health Care Systems a leader in providing exceptional health care. Sprenger Communities have a history of excellent Resident and Family Satisfaction Surveys, 5 Star Ratings, Deficiency Free Surveys, and US News and World Report Rankings.
Sprenger Health Care Systems is committed to maintaining a fair and unbiased work environment and we welcome all qualified candidates to apply to any of our 15 Communities throughout Ohio and Indiana. We understand that quality of care starts right here with our employees. For those team members who rise to the challenge and exceed the standard of care, the career possibilities can be endless. Join us today to experience the Sprenger difference!
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is strong, friendly, efficient and organized. Candidates must be dedicated to learning the details of the building, company functions and all policies and procedures. Directors of Maintenance should feel comfortable talking to residents and staff within the building. Candidates should excel at time management, be able to maintain a daily schedule and effectively prioritize tasks. Directors must be comfortable with hiring, managing, terminating and reviewing maintenance employees.
This position will report to the facility Administrator and by applying for the position you recognize that nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. The ideal candidate should be flexible enough to accommodate potential scheduling needs of the building. You must be able to physically complete tasks needed to maintain the optimal condition of the facility. You may be asked to help in other areas of the building as needed for the optimal performance of your building/department and the well-being of our residents.
Essential Job Functions
As a Director of Maintenance in a Grace Management Services facility you must be able to perform the following essential functions as demonstrated by the ability to:
- Build various structures requiring the use of various materials.
- Do minor plumbing repairs such as, replacing and unclogging hair traps, unplugging toilets, repairing washers and dryers, replacing broken pipes/water lines.
- Maintain and replace light bulbs, electrical outlets and to rewire or replace wiring in various equipment used by the facility.
- Remove furniture from rooms no longer occupied, or assist residents in moving from another room.
- Paint interior and exterior of facility, also may include some wallpaper repair.
- Install and check batteries in smoke alarms, emergency lights and various minor equipment.
- Organize fire drills, maintain records of fire drills, check all extinguishers and assist Fire Marshall with inspections.
- Maintain the grounds of the facility. This includes mowing, trimming hedges, weeding, planting and keeping grounds free of garbage and debris.
- Follow established performance standards and performs duties according to maintenance policies and procedures.
- Make environmental rounds routinely and initiate corrective action as necessary.
- Identify safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action.
- Participate in facility in-service programs and staff meetings as assigned.
- Assume personal responsibility for following facility procedures related to control of equipment and supplies.
- Assume accountability for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the facility and within his span of control.
- Supervise maintenance department personnel.
- Document incidents and/or unusual problems according to established facility procedures.
- Replace windows if necessary.
- Assist in the construction of any additions to the facility.
- Replace flooring when necessary.
Job Qualifications
- Must have a valid driver's license, High school education preferred, 2 years of experience in related field, Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry
- All candidates must be proficient in basic computer programs and must be able to correspond timely through e-mail or other forms of technical communication as needed to successfully complete the requirements for this job. Employees are required to complete monthly on-line education courses to keep our team members knowledgeable on the latest information and regulations. By completing the application for this position, you acknowledge that you feel comfortable meeting these qualifications.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Individuals may be required to
- Sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Reach above shoulder heights, below waist or lift as required to complete the job responsibilities
- Proper lifting techniques, ability to read computer screens and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions are required
- Must be able to lift 75 - 100 pounds. Raising objects from lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This requirement occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
- Must be able to balance, climb, crouch, grasp, kneel, pull, push, reach, stand and stoop adequately to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Must be able to hear, smell, feel and speak adequately to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Must be able to read and write the English language.
- Must be able to work inside and outside with exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
- Must be able and willing to climb ladders and regularly work at heights of 6 feet or more.
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