Assistant Director of Maintenance at Optalis

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HVAC Maintenance, Plumbing, Electrical Systems, Carpentry, Painting, Preventative Maintenance, Regulatory Compliance, Life Safety Code, Emergency Preparedness, Facility Operations, Vendor Coordination, Infection Control

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

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 #GR

Responsibilities

Supports the Maintenance Director in ensuring the skilled nursing facility remains safe, clean, and compliant with federal and state regulations. Performs routine repairs and preventative maintenance on building systems while managing work orders and facility inspections.