Assistant Director of Maintenance

Maintenance Director Assistant

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, Michigan

Position Summary

The Maintenance Director Assistant supports the Maintenance Director in ensuring the skilled nursing facility is maintained in a safe, clean, comfortable, and compliant manner in accordance with federal, state, local, and company regulations. This position assists with preventative maintenance, repairs, environmental safety, and facility operations to provide a secure environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Maintenance Director with daily operations of the maintenance department.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building systems.
• Complete work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain resident rooms, therapy areas, offices, kitchens, laundry areas, and common spaces in good working order.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance issues, safety concerns, and regulatory compliance needs.
• Assist with emergency preparedness procedures, fire drills, and life safety compliance.
• Ensure facility compliance with CMS, OSHA, MIOSHA, state health department, and Life Safety Code requirements.
• Maintain documentation including maintenance logs, inspection records, preventive maintenance schedules, and safety reports.
• Support grounds maintenance including snow removal, salting, landscaping, and exterior upkeep.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors as directed by the Maintenance Director.
• Monitor and maintain facility equipment, tools, and maintenance inventory.
• Follow infection control procedures and safety protocols while working throughout the facility.
• Respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies as needed.
• Interact respectfully and professionally with residents, families, visitors, and team members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous maintenance experience in healthcare, long-term care, rehabilitation, or commercial facilities preferred.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and mechanical systems.
• Understanding of skilled nursing facility regulations and safety standards preferred.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and reaching.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Ability to respond quickly to facility emergencies.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, maintenance equipment, mechanical systems, and outdoor elements.
• Frequent interaction within a healthcare environment serving elderly and rehabilitation residents.
• May involve exposure to infectious diseases with proper PPE and infection control measures in place.

Reports To

Maintenance Director / Environmental Services Director

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