Director of Engineering - Fountaingate Gardens

Gurwin Healthcare System is a full continuum of care providing extraordinary care and caring to the people that we serve. Set on a 36-acre campus in Commack, NY, the Gurwin Healthcare System includes the 460-bed Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, providing short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care, memory care, respiratory and ventilator care, palliative and hospice care, social and medical adult day programs, and on-site dialysis. Sharing the campus is Gurwin’s Assisted Living community (Gurwin Jewish ~ Fay J. Lindner Residences), our independent living community (Fountaingate Gardens) and our Certified and Licensed Home Care Services Agencies.

Gurwin is renowned for its vision in providing the care the community needs while retaining the personalized touch of a much smaller organization, and our growing family of services offer opportunities to advance your career. We are currently seeking a full-time Director of Maintenance/Environmental Engineering who will embody the passion and commitment required to promote our new endeavor and help community members as they make choices about their retirement future.  Hours will be Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm with one weekend per month.

The Director of Maintenance/Environmental Engineering is responsible for providing maintenance and repairs of broad scope to the community property and equipment. Works per the established policies, procedures, and or specific instruction from the Executive Director. Provides or oversees all maintenance duties, including routine or preventative maintenance to all community equipment or real property.

Essential Job Functions

Ø  Maintain a professional manner, attitude, and dress. Maintain a friendly and collaborative demeanor with peers, board members, applicants, guests, residents, and others.

Ø  Must work independently, complete all applicable documentation and tracking costs, and promptly complete all work orders or requests.

Ø  Demonstrates proper and clear documentation with all work orders, requests, or tasks being completed.

Ø  Provides preventative maintenance and general upkeep of structural items, ensuring all areas are in exceptional condition. Directs any vendors or specialist work needed while overseeing completion and reporting status to the Executive Director promptly.

Ø  Adheres to all local, state, and federal regulations or applicable laws related to environmental services, community standards, and Continuing Care Retirement Community operations.

Ø  Responds to all community needs at all times of day, ensuring all systems are functioning and all equipment is operational.

Ø  Maintains all Safety Data Sheets for the community.

Ø  Maintains all company equipment and vehicles to be operational per local and state regulations or applicable laws.

Ø  Supervises all environmental services team members, including housekeeping personnel, and participates in interviews, hiring, training, and appraising performance.

Ø  Able to perform all aspects of repairs and installation of plumbing fixture components, troubleshoot any deficiencies, and repair copper or plastic pipes. Demonstrates competency in repairing plumbing which supplies water for the community and pumping equipment. Has the ability and knowledge to control all water systems with troubleshooting expertise related to plumbing throughout the community.

Ø  Demonstrates working knowledge of heating-ventiliation-air conditioning system with the ability to troubleshoot using logical methods and procedures. Able to replace appropriate pumps and a basic level of repair, not requiring formal professional or specialized trade training.

Ø  Demonstrates the ability to install and replace components of the community electrical systems and devices. Able to maintain all systems in an operational status while troubleshooting and repairing deficiencies promptly. Proactively performs testing of both heavy and light electrical equipment.

Ø  Performs all service requirements necessary throughout the community while responding to all resident unit needs promptly. Provides clear documentation of all residential space needs with thorough follow-up and solution provided.

Ø  Performs all testing and regulatory testing under local, state, and federal requirements. Maintains all life safety equipment and systems to remain in an operational status.

Ø  Performs all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, including assisting in different departments and required.

Educational Requirements/Qualifications

Ø  Bachelors degree in health-related, hospitality, business, or gerontology field; or equivalent experience. A college degree is preferred but not required.

Ø  3 years experience in Environmental Services and Maintenance in the Healthcare Field, preferred.

Ø  Demonstrate a genuine passion for improving the quality of life for older adults while maintaining innovative and creative ways to manage the community, ensure consistency, and deliver high-quality services.

Ø  Ability to learn or demonstrate proficiency in office software, property management software, and equipment. (office 365, TELS Property Management, Etc)

Specific Requirements

Ø  Complexity
Able to plan and prioritize work duties under the direction of the Executive Director while self-initiating task processes. High attention to detail for all work production, environment, and presentation. Able to follow complex instructions and maintain high performance in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Must demonstrate an ability to maintain tact in difficult and complex situations, including demands from many aspects of the community.
Must communicate consistently with all residents and guests of the community while working harmoniously with other personnel.

Ø  ConfidentialInformation
Will be exposed to highly confidential information; must demonstrate confidentiality at all times while staying involved with residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc.
Must abide by all HIPAA Rule and Regulations along with the organization's code of conduct in performing duties.

Ø  Safety
Requires ability to read, understand and follow community emergency procedures and all other safety rules and regulations related to the community or local ordinances.

Ø  Degree of Travel
Minimal local travel. May be required to use community vehicles as needed.

Ø  Working Conditions
Clean, well-lighted residential and office environment. Varying levels of noise, activity, and frequent interruption. Must be able to manage all office equipment and software competently.
Must be able to work weekends and evenings as needed or required.

Physical Requirements

Ø  Must be able to sit and stand for varying durations.

Ø  Must be able to use telephone and computer for long periods, up to 90% of work time.

Ø  Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Ø  Must be able to push and pull up to 30 pounds.

Ø  Must be able to twist, bend, and move intermittently during working hours

Benefits:

·       Medical Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield) for eligible employees, plus a family option. Includes:

o   Fitness Reimbursement Program

o   Wellness discounts

·       Dental Insurance through MetLife

·       Vision Insurance through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (EyeMed)

·       Accrued holiday/personal and vacation time; payout for unused sick time for those who qualify

·       Flexible Spending Account – Medical and/or Dependent Care

·       Long term disability Insurance for those who qualify (no cost to employee)

·       Life Insurance – value is equal to employee’s annual salary (no cost to employee)

·       National Employee Assistance Program (no cost to employee)

·       Childcare, membership and program discounts at Suffolk YJCC, Commack and Mid-Island YJCC, Plainview

·       Tax deferred annuity plan – employee automatically enrolled with 3% contribution / employer contributes 4% after one year of service (graded    vesting)

·       Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 per year

·       Employee Referral Bonus for specified clinical positions

·       Employee perks including holiday gift cards, System-wide annual BBQ and Winter Celebrations, meals, treats and other theme related staff events

·       Other discounts and added value for employees from outside corporations including BJs membership discount, BethpageFCU savings perks, Plum Benefits Entertainment discounts and more!

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