Facility Operations Manager​/Maintenance - Shoreline, WA

Facility Operations Manager

Full‑time | $60,000 – $83,000/yearly DOE | Avamere Rehab of Shoreline – 1250 NE 145th St, Shoreline, WA 98155

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As a Facility Operations Manager in a skilled nursing facility, you’ll lead the maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry departments, overseeing all facility operations, ensuring compliance, and maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for residents and staff through preventative and reactive programs.

Essential Duties and

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the maintenance department, including hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating maintenance staff and contractors.
• Ensure the facility complies with all relevant codes, regulations, and company policies to provide a safe and comfortable environment for residents and staff.
• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive maintenance projects/programs for all equipment, systems, and facilities.
• Respond effectively to maintenance requests, ensuring prompt and efficient repairs and addressing emergency situations.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of maintenance work and ensure adherence to standards and procedures.
• Develop and manage the maintenance department budget and inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations, including building codes, OSHA, EPA, and fire safety codes.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including inspections, repairs, and maintenance schedules.
• Serve as a point of contact for staff, residents, and external vendors regarding maintenance issues.
• Manage the lifecycle of facility equipment, including scheduling replacements and repairs.
• Inspect and maintain all building systems, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Manage relationships with and oversee the work of contractors, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
• Develop and implement safety programs for the maintenance department, including emergency preparedness and hazard communication.
• Inspire and motivate the maintenance team, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism.
• Identify and resolve maintenance issues effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure the smooth operation of the facility.
• Upkeep of all interior and exterior areas;
  Installation of new equipment, fixtures, etc.
• Maintenance of all associated equipment, machines, and tools.
• Maintenance and operation of all entry locking devices.
• Ordering and inventory of all maintenance supplies and materials.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a preventive maintenance program.
• Ensure compliance with fire and safety codes.
• Interact with fire, building and safety inspectors.
• Respond to and be available for emergency calls.
• Ensure proper maintenance of the facility including carpentry work, grounds keeping, painting, equipment and HVAC systems.
• Supervise fire and safety programs and fire drills.
• Regularly inspect equipment, buildings and grounds to ensure a safe and comfortable environment.
• Ensure that personnel comply with Universal Precautions, proper waste disposal and inspection control procedures and safety rules.
• Forecast needs of the department; order equipment and supplies as necessary; and maintain proper records of repairs, purchases and other expenditures.
• Attend department head meetings.
• Ensure personnel receive proper training for infection control, the Hazardous Communication Program and Universal Precautions prior to working.
• Prepare for weather emergencies, ice/snow removal, landscaping and trash pickup.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Supervising and directing housekeeping and laundry staff.
• Assigning duties and responsibilities to staff.
• Scheduling work assignments and reviewing schedules as needed.
• Training new staff in cleaning procedures, laundry operations, and safety protocols.
• Evaluating employee performance.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment for residents and staff.
• Inspecting resident rooms, common areas, and laundry facilities to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
• Monitoring and addressing any cleaning or…