Maintenance Director

Position Summary

Vitality Living of Aitkin is seeking a dedicated and experienced Maintenance Director to lead and oversee the Maintenance and Housekeeping Departments. This role is essential for ensuring the facility, equipment, and grounds are maintained in a safe, functional, and compliant manner. The Maintenance Director will provide leadership and direction to the Maintenance and Housekeeping teams, oversee staffing and scheduling, drive Life Safety compliance, implement preventive maintenance programs, and champion environmental safety initiatives.

This position plays a key role in fostering a safe, efficient, and well-maintained environment for residents, staff, and visitors while adhering to all applicable regulations.

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to the Maintenance and Housekeeping Departments, ensuring team members understand expectations, responsibilities, and performance standards.
• Manage Maintenance Department staffing and scheduling, including creating work schedules, coordinating coverage, approving time off, and ensuring adequate staffing to meet facility needs.
• Conduct and document employee performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback, and address performance concerns in collaboration with leadership and Human Resources.
• Manage and oversee the Housekeeping Department, including staffing, scheduling, daily operations, cleanliness standards, employee performance, and quality of services.
• Manage and maintain the facility's TELS maintenance management system, including work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, inspections, documentation, and follow-up on outstanding maintenance needs.
• Oversee Life Safety programs, ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations, and maintaining confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.
• Develop and maintain maintenance service objectives, standards, policies, and procedures, coordinating services to ensure optimal building and equipment function.
• Implement comprehensive preventive maintenance programs to extend the lifespan of equipment and facility systems.
• Collaborate with department leaders to ensure compliance with regulatory mandates and participate in relevant committees.
• Utilize technical expertise to perform minor repairs and adjustments on building systems, including HVAC, laundry, kitchen, plumbing, and fire safety equipment.
• Manage inventory of maintenance and housekeeping supplies and equipment, including requisitioning and recommending orders as needed.
• Assist with the orientation, onboarding, and training of new maintenance and housekeeping personnel.
• Provide leadership and guidance to facility staff regarding maintenance, housekeeping, safety, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensure facility readiness for regulatory inspections and surveys.
• Implement and maintain safety, infection control, fire safety, emergency response, and environmental safety plans.
• Identify and resolve maintenance and environmental concerns promptly to ensure the safety and comfort of residents, staff, and visitors.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors as needed for facility repairs, inspections, and services.
• Participate in the on-call rotation and respond to facility maintenance emergencies as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience, with up to one year of supervisory experience preferred.
• Prior experience in maintenance activities, including repair of tools, equipment, and grounds care.
• Valid Minnesota driver's license with a clear driving record.
• Ability to meet all background study requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and effectively supervise and lead others.

• Prior experience working in a nursing home, assisted living, senior living, healthcare, or other long-term care environment.
• Experience supervising or leading a Maintenance and/or Housekeeping team.
• Experience managing employee schedules, conducting performance reviews, and providing coaching and performance feedback.
• Experience using TELS or a similar…