Maintenance Supervisor

PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB POSITION

The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in supervising the day-to-day activities of the Maintenance Department in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Maintenance to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.

DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY

As the Maintenance Supervisor, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Every effort has been made to keep your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that they are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Functions

Supervisor the day-to-day maintenance functions of assigned personnel. Coordinate daily maintenance services with Nursing Services when performing maintenance assignments in resident living and/or recreational areas. Assist in scheduling work assignments, preparing work schedules, etc. Revise as necessary. Assure that work schedules are followed as closely as practical. Perform administrative requirements (i.e., completing necessary forms, reports, etc.) and submitting to the Director as necessary.

Submit accident/incident reports to Administrator. Assume the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability of supervising maintenance tasks.

COMMITTEE FUNCTIONS

Implement recommendations from the Infection Control and Safety Committees as directed/necessary. Attend department and staff meetings as directed or called.

PERSONNEL FUNCTIONS

Assign personnel to specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments . Assure that personnel are performing assigned tasks in accordance with established maintenance procedure. Interpret department policies and procedures to new maintenance personnel. Assist in the orientation and training of maintenance personnel. Train assigned personnel in the proper techniques of maintenance services, use of equipment, etc. as directed. Recruit and select maintenance personnel.

Review complaints/grievances of department personnel and make oral/written recommendations. Counsel/discipline assigned personnel as requested or as necessary, Report daily absenteeism and tardiness. Meet with assigned personnel monthly to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services. Review and evaluate the work performance of assigned personnel. Assure that personnel follow the manufacturer's guidelines when servicing equipment. Assure that painting, rework, or repairing of facility equipment is accomplished in accordance with established policies.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT

Provide leadership, follow instructions and take suggestions 9constructive criticism).

SAFETY AND SANITATION

Assure that assigned work areas are maintained in a save and attractive manner. Assure that maintenance personnel follow establishes safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies. Assure that established Infection Control and Universal Precautions practices are maintained when performing maintenance procedures. Coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with Nursing Services. Report all hazardous conditions or equipment. Assure that fire protection and prevention programs are maintained by department personnel in accordance with our fire safety policies and procedures.

Conduct daily inspections of assigned work areas to assure cleanliness and sanitary conditions are maintained. Assure that refuse is disposed of daily and in accordance with our established sanitation procedures. Make sure that maintenance personnel wear protective clothing/devices when performing tasks that involve the handling of infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids. Follow Universal Precautions and other(s) that may become necessary/appropriate to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe manner.

EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY

Assure equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end ofthe shift. Recommend equipment and supply needs. Assure an adequate supply of maintenance supplies are maintained to perform daily tasks.

RESIDENTS' RIGHTS

Maintain confidentiality of resident information. Assure that the residents'…