Senior Living Maintenance Director
Merrill Gardens, Seattle, WA, United States
Merrill Gardens at The University is currently accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Director to support residents within our community.
Responsibilities
Perform general maintenance projects as scheduled or assigned, including installations and repairs involving plumbing and electrical equipment, fire and sprinkler equipment, HVAC, landscape, carpentry, painting, and equipment repair.
Ensure walls, floor coverings, doors, windows, furniture, woodwork in the common areas are properly maintained and repaired.
Repair and maintain vacated rooms in a timely manner, which includes painting walls and cleaning carpets.
Responsible for all in‑house plumbing, e.g., sinks, toilets and bathtubs.
Responsible for minor electrical work within units and in common areas, e.g., light switches, wall outlets, garbage disposals.
Responsible for painting of all apartments and common areas.
Repair, clean and maintain all carpet, floor coverings and furniture.
Complete all work orders in a timely manner – noting any other work completed at the location but not listed on the work order.
Document safety issues and physical plan deficiencies related to local, county, state and federal guidelines.
Preventative maintenance and cleaning of community vehicles (buses, cars, and vans).
Inspect apartments at time of notice to vacate for necessary work (e.g. carpet replacement).
Conduct monthly, quarterly, semi‑annual and annual testing and maintenance of community equipment as appropriate (e.g. kitchen equipment, hot water heater, exhaust systems).
Conduct and document emergency evacuation drills as required by state and federal laws.
Coordinate fire drills for all shifts and document each drill each shift once a month.
Respond immediately and appropriately to all accidents and emergencies, based on established protocol.
Maintain and test all emergency call systems including pendants and other accessory devices.
Test all emergency call peripheral equipment prior to move‑in.
When applicable, conduct weekly checks and maintenance of backup permanent mounted or portable generators.
Assist with training and development of safety procedures and hazard communications.
Direct, train and support all other direct report staff as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent (must be at least 18 years of age).
1–3 years of related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven ability to manage vendors for maintenance projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of building maintenance, electrical, mechanical, painting, plumbing, floor care, heating and HVAC skills.
HVAC certification preferred.
Prior supervisory or managerial experience preferred.
Senior living maintenance experience preferred.
Benefits Full‑time employees receive:
Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid time off – 7 holidays and 11 vacation days.
Free daily meal every shift.
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
Pet insurance and team member discounts.
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement.
Part‑time employees receive:
Free daily meal every shift.
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
Pet insurance and team member discounts.
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement.
Physical Requirements This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 90 lbs), pushing/pulling, and other physical activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Responsibilities
Perform general maintenance projects as scheduled or assigned, including installations and repairs involving plumbing and electrical equipment, fire and sprinkler equipment, HVAC, landscape, carpentry, painting, and equipment repair.
Ensure walls, floor coverings, doors, windows, furniture, woodwork in the common areas are properly maintained and repaired.
Repair and maintain vacated rooms in a timely manner, which includes painting walls and cleaning carpets.
Responsible for all in‑house plumbing, e.g., sinks, toilets and bathtubs.
Responsible for minor electrical work within units and in common areas, e.g., light switches, wall outlets, garbage disposals.
Responsible for painting of all apartments and common areas.
Repair, clean and maintain all carpet, floor coverings and furniture.
Complete all work orders in a timely manner – noting any other work completed at the location but not listed on the work order.
Document safety issues and physical plan deficiencies related to local, county, state and federal guidelines.
Preventative maintenance and cleaning of community vehicles (buses, cars, and vans).
Inspect apartments at time of notice to vacate for necessary work (e.g. carpet replacement).
Conduct monthly, quarterly, semi‑annual and annual testing and maintenance of community equipment as appropriate (e.g. kitchen equipment, hot water heater, exhaust systems).
Conduct and document emergency evacuation drills as required by state and federal laws.
Coordinate fire drills for all shifts and document each drill each shift once a month.
Respond immediately and appropriately to all accidents and emergencies, based on established protocol.
Maintain and test all emergency call systems including pendants and other accessory devices.
Test all emergency call peripheral equipment prior to move‑in.
When applicable, conduct weekly checks and maintenance of backup permanent mounted or portable generators.
Assist with training and development of safety procedures and hazard communications.
Direct, train and support all other direct report staff as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent (must be at least 18 years of age).
1–3 years of related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven ability to manage vendors for maintenance projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of building maintenance, electrical, mechanical, painting, plumbing, floor care, heating and HVAC skills.
HVAC certification preferred.
Prior supervisory or managerial experience preferred.
Senior living maintenance experience preferred.
Benefits Full‑time employees receive:
Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid time off – 7 holidays and 11 vacation days.
Free daily meal every shift.
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
Pet insurance and team member discounts.
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement.
Part‑time employees receive:
Free daily meal every shift.
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
Pet insurance and team member discounts.
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement.
Physical Requirements This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 90 lbs), pushing/pulling, and other physical activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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