Maintenance Assitant - Alaris Health at Cedar Grove

Alaris Health at Cedar Grov, a 217 bed-skilled nursing Center in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, seeks a maintenance director to be responsible for the overall maintenance operation of the Center. Additional responsibilities include:

• supervising the maintenance department including performing “hands on” maintenance and repair work
• keeping the building in good repair and free of electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling systems hazards
• maintaining the fire alarm and emergency generator system in good working order, performing weekly tests on the fire alarm and emergency generator systems and keeping records of tests results
• orienting and instructing all maintenance personnel and recruiting and interviewing new hires
• reviewing and evaluating personnel’s work performance and designating work assignments and duty schedules
• and above all, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individual’s needs and rights

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school degree or equivalent and basic training in electrical, plumbing, heating and HVAC systems
• Ability to perform essential job functions and maintain equipment
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills and supervisory experience
• Knowledge and operational implementation of life safety code regulations
• Ability to work well with others on a variety of professional levels