Maintenance Director - Chatham Ridge

To qualify for the Maintenance Director role at Chatham Ridge, candidates should have at least seven years of hands-on building maintenance and facilities management experience, preferably in a senior living or multi-family environment. A valid driver's license, HVAC and mechanical experience is preferred, and experience managing staff and budgets is required. A high school diploma or GED is accepted.

As the Maintenance Director at Chatham Ridge, you will supervise the maintenance and housekeeping staff, oversee both routine and emergency repairs, and manage the upkeep of the community's facilities. You'll also ensure that all health and safety regulations are met and maintain communication with local inspectors and jurisdictions. Additionally, you'll manage the Computerized Preventative Maintenance Program and prioritize maintenance requests from residents.

Chatham Ridge is dedicated to the professional growth of its team members. As a Maintenance Director, you will have access to career advancement opportunities, ongoing training, and skills development that allows you to stay updated with industry standards and practices. Our supportive team environment encourages you to lead initiatives that can further enhance your career.

As a Maintenance Director at Chatham Ridge, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes a health care plan (medical, dental & vision), a retirement plan (401k), paid time off for full-time positions, short- and long-term disability insurance, and life insurance. We believe in taking care of our team members so that they can focus on providing excellent service to our seniors.

Working as a Maintenance Director at Chatham Ridge sets you apart as you become an integral part of our community. You’ll not only manage the technical aspects of maintenance but also contribute to creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere for our residents. Plus, with our partnership with Tapcheck, you can access your earnings instantly, making your financial life easier and stress-free.

Discuss your specific experiences in building maintenance and facilities management that relate to the senior living sector. Highlight any relevant projects you led, challenges you overcame, and your hands-on skills that would benefit the community at Chatham Ridge.

Explain your systematic approach to handling maintenance requests, considering factors such as urgency, impact on residents' safety, and available resources. Mention any tools or software you’ve used for tracking and managing these requests effectively.

Share a specific incident where you navigated a facility crisis, detailing the steps you took to resolve the issue. Focus on your problem-solving skills and how you communicated with your team and residents to maintain safety.

Talk about your familiarity with local regulations and codes, and the importance of regular inspections and staff training. Describe how you keep up to date with changes in regulations and how you enforce these standards within your team.

Discuss your approach to evaluating staff performance, offering constructive feedback, and implementing development plans. Highlight the importance of maintaining a positive workplace culture while addressing and resolving any issues.

Detail your hands-on experience with various maintenance tasks such as plumbing, electrical work, or HVAC. Provide examples of how these skills have contributed to past roles and how you would apply them to maintain the facilities at Chatham Ridge.

Illuminate the significance of collaboration within your team, especially in a community setting like Chatham Ridge. Explain how fostering teamwork improves productivity, enhances communication, and ultimately leads to better service for residents.

Share details about your previous experience managing budgets, such as planning for maintenance budgets, prioritizing spending, and reporting expenditures. Discuss your strategies for allocating resources efficiently to meet the community's needs.

Describe your organizational methods, whether through digital tools, checklists, or scheduling software that helps you keep track of ongoing projects and tasks. Discuss the importance of time management and your strategies for staying ahead of deadlines.

Convey your passion for supporting the well-being of seniors, and how fulfilling it is to create a safe and comfortable environment for them. Share any positive experiences from your prior positions that highlight the impact your work can have on residents' lives.