Director of Facilities

Start Date: May 10, 2024 | End Date: November 06, 2024
County: Sagadahoc County
Job Type: Public Works

Bath Housing is committed to advancing housing solutions so people from all backgrounds and income levels can live, work, and thrive in our region. Our organizational culture is built around our core values:  1) the relationships we develop through consistent, compassionate, and credible actions and interactions, 2) wellness as it relates to our staff, the people we work with, and our community; and 3) strategic problem solving and innovation as we anticipate and meet the evolving housing regional needs.

The Director of Facilities is responsible for providing all staff and residents with a comfortable environment that is safe, sanitary, and well-functioning as well as ensuring that Agency assets are being managed in an efficient and cost-effective manner. This position is responsible for the oversight and management of all properties owned and maintained by Bath Housing, the Maintenance functions of Comfortably Home and Quality Control inspections for the voucher program.  The Director of Facilities is a key member of the senior leadership team that provides strategic and operational guidance for the organization in addition to leading and developing team members. The Director works within a progressive team environment to develop and create strong, long-lasting relationships with employees, vendors, and residents.

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Preventative, Ongoing, and Capital Maintenance Oversight

Compliance 

Risk Management

Financial

MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a team of direct reports: Maintenance Technicians level I and II and Grounds Maintenance Technician.
• Supervise, evaluate, coach, and develop team members to reach long-term and short-term objectives. Holds maintenance team members accountable for results.
• Lead the team to meet or exceed the Agency’s expectations for quality and customer satisfaction through development and implementation of work objectives and workflow processes in the Maintenance Department.
• Conduct and/or arrange regular training for staff related to applicable policy and procedures. Track completion of training.
• Ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment through promoting, supporting and facilitating teamwork among staff.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND KNOWLEDGE QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years maintenance work experience.
• Prior experience supervising and mentoring employees.
• Proficient knowledge of occupational hazards and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of local, state, HUD, and national life safety and building codes.
• Possess expert knowledge of the principles, practices, tools, materials, and equipment used in five or more building trades (i.e., carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, masonry, heating, electrical) as well as general repair skills.
• Proficient knowledge of the assembly and maintenance of various types of plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment in order to plan and communicate with contractors and design professionals.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to delegate, guide, and mentor direct reports within the maintenance function.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent writing and organizational skills.
• Excellent technology skills (Word, Excel, Smartphone, e-mail) and the ability to learn new software as needed.
• Ability to read and understand rules and regulations set forth by HUD, Maine Housing, and other regulations. Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and apply city building codes to the maintenance work and projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with other employees, tenants, community members, and outside contractors.
• Ability to network effectively with a variety of people and organizations.
• Ability to multi-task various assignments and meet expected timelines efficiently.
• Effective problem solver – can use logic and facts to solve problems efficiently.
• Ability to make decisions and use sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies in an efficient and controlled manner.
• Can work independently, as well as part of a team.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS, LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid driver’s license.
• Insurable by the Agency’s fleet insurance carrier.
• Reliable transportation in order to meet job requirements.
• EPA Lead Paint certification (within one year)
• Knowledge of how to use various hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment required for maintenance duties.
• Usage of proper PPE as per safety policy.
• OSHA 30-hour training.
• Required to respond to emergencies and work flexible hours when necessary.
• NSPIRE certification (within six months)
• Home modification certification (within one year)

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