Director of Environmental Services
Company: United Church Homes
Location: Fairborn
Posted on: May 2, 2024
Job Description:
Community Name:Trinity Community at FairbornThe Director of
Facilities is responsible for supervising and coordinating the
activities of housekeeping, laundry and maintenance personnel; to
ensure the community is maintained in a sanitary, attractive and
orderly condition in good repair; to ensure the community is free
of hazards such as those caused by electrical, plumbing,
ventilation, heating and cooling systems and is in compliance with
applicable safety and fire regulations, and federal, state and
local building codes; and for the provision of quality laundry and
housekeeping service.Essential Functions Statement(s)
- Oversees daily operation of Maintenance, Housekeeping, and
Laundry Services
- Executes preventative maintenance program and record-keeping
systems to maintain the community at its highest level of physical
function
- Develops community profile and physical plant history by
maintaining complete documentation of all maintenance activities
including accurate records of all replacement parts and materials
used
- Maintains record of fuel supply
- Picks up work order requests daily and establishes work
priority
- Coordinates maintenance, cleaning and repair work as
required/requested and as defined in the Maintenance Manual,
including, but not limited to: electrical and mechanical equipment,
portable commodes, wheelchairs, shower chairs, wheeled geri-chairs,
drug carts, etc; outdoor chairs and benches, light bulbs and exit
lights; heater and water heater (including temperature levels);
circuit breakers, walk-in cooler, freezers, and all other
appliances (including temperature levels; call light system;
dryers, vents and heat registers; condenser coils in refrigeration
units; garbage cans; windows and screens outside the building; ice
machines; bed rails, toilet seats and safety support rails
- Reports serious mechanical failures and problems to
Administrator
- Maintains grounds cleared of debris, according to local
code
- Maintains functional parts of devices and control instruments,
lubricates and cleans parts, as needed
- Ensures proper functioning of the following; power generator,
time clock, exhaust fans, water fountains, toilets and drains
- Maintains scales and checks operations of elevators, if
applicable
- Conducts fire drills
- Checks all fire extinguishers for correct position, charges and
storage
- Test all smoke detectors and lubricates all fire doors
- Identifies and recommends independent contractors for repairs
or maintenance work which is beyond the capabilities of community
staff
- Provides or arranges 24-hour "on call" service to the community
in case of emergency
- Implements Housekeeping Program and record keeping systems to
maintain the community at its highest level of physical
function
- Provides a schedule, in calendar days, for performance
program
- Coordinates all housekeeping/cleaning duties including, but not
limited to: offices, resident rooms, handicap and visitor's
restrooms, activity room, kitchen restroom, service entrance and
therapy room, entrances and exits, utility areas, closets, lounges,
lobbies, halls, etc.
- Coordinates emergency housekeeping as necessary
- Arranges furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion
- Coordinates emptying and and cleaning of ash trays and waste
baskets
- Coordinates all floor servicing, vacuuming, and carpet
shampooing including laundering rugs
- Oversees terminal cleaning duties per established procedure
upon discharge, transfer, or for new occupants
- Oversees proper isolation cleaning in resident rooms according
to procedure manual (see Nursing Procedure Manual)
- Maintains neat and orderly supply room
- Ensures proper care of large plants in community
- Maintains current room list for laundry
- Implements Laundry Program & Recordkeeping Systems to ensure
efficient operation or Laundry Services to the Community
- Logs quantity of laundry processed on a daily and monthly basis
for departmental charges
- Inspect and maintain laundry area and equipment
periodically
- Coordinate residents clothing and personal items inventory
assuring identification marked
- Coordinates picking up soiled lined brutes per wing, throughout
shift, proper cleaning and liners replaced
- Assures proper washing guidelines and procedures are
followed
- Coordinates laundry and linen distribution to residents and all
neighborhoods
- Maintains department staffing with qualified staff providing
on-going development
- Coordinates attendance, by staff, at scheduled in-service
programs
- Establish staff duties with regard for performance and
skills
- Ensures staff are adequately oriented and trained to perform
their duties, resident satisfaction
- Coaches, counsels and disciplines staff including management of
personal information
- Identifies and maintains accountability for security within
assigned areas of responsibility
- Assists in developing and updating departmental procedures and
policies
- Maintains required records as outlined in UCH Policies and
Procedures manual
- Develops specifications for commonly used items and orders
supplies for department, keeping adequate levels stocked
- Prepares requisitions and monitors outcomes
- Performs all other duties as assigned or directedCompetency
Statement(s)
- Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account
for his/her actions.
- Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and
thoroughly.
- Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal
supervision.
- Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with
others using the spoken word.
- Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing
clearly and concisely.
- Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers'
needs while following company procedures.
- Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while
following company procedures.
- Deductive Reasoning - Ability to apply principles of logical or
scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical
problems.
- Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute
details of a project or task.
- Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a
pre-determined result.
- Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to
organize and complete work within given deadlines.
- Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or
following a systematic method of performing a task.
- Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve
a problem or reach a goal.
- Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as
credible in the workplace.
- Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and
effectively supervise others.
- Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of
personalities and individuals.Skills & Abilities
- Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree
(GED): Require
- Experience: Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience
in a similar position within the building trades with knowledge of
maintenance procedures
- Computer Skills: Must be able to proficiently operate a
computer, the internet and general office equipment.
- Certifications & Licenses: Must possess a valid driver's
license; technical certificates in mechanical, electrical,
carpentry or HVAC preferred; must obtain and maintain mandatory,
state and federal requirements and certifications for practice or
occupation.
- Other Requirements: Must be able to read, write, understand and
speak the English language; Must be able to work closely with
housekeeping and laundry personnel to provide direction; Must be
able to work with residents and/or families to ensure the provision
of acceptable laundry services; Must be able to work with community
personnel to determine housekeeping needs; Must be able to work
with other community staff and vendors as needed; Special care or
dementia care employees will have additional training in the care
and treatment of dementia residents as defined by Joint Commission
Accreditation Standards; Must be able to execute all terms and
conditions as set forth in the United Church Homes Employee
HandbookWe're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be
considered for employment without attention to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, veteran or disability status.
Keywords: United Church Homes, Dayton , Director of Environmental Services, Professions , Fairborn, Ohio
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