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 #GR