Grounds Manager Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

Description

Episcopal SeniorLife Communities Mission:

We provide high quality services from skilled nursing and restorative care to housing, assisted living and community-based wellness programs. We are committed to meeting each individual's needs, in a culturally competent manner, supporting family and loved ones through transitions, and fulfilling our pledge... Life. Inspired Every Day.

Starting Pay Rate: $65,000 annually 

What We Offer:

Episcopal SeniorLife Communities is dedicated to its staff, and we show it by providing incredible benefits! Winner of the 2024 Best-in-Class Employer award, ESLC was recognized for its comprehensive approach to benefits, compensation, and employee experience.

• Your Health & Well-being: We take care of you. We offer 100% employer-paid medical insurance for High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) for single-subscribers.
• We also offer Health Saving Accounts (HSA) with Weekly Employer Contributions. Alternatively, we also offer Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Additionally, staff are eligible for dental insurance with orthodontist coverage.
• 401(K) with Company Match: 100% company match on the first 3% of your contributions.
• Competitive Pay Rates: We offer competitive rates that reflect your skills and experience. ESLC processes payroll on a weekly basis.
• Tuition Assistance: Our tuition assistance program provides financial support for courses and degrees that will help you grow professionally with us.
• ETO (Earned Time Off): Generous ETO plan that accrues on a weekly basis for use after 90 days of employment.
• Paid Holidays: ESLC has six designated holidays and one floating holiday.

Additionally, ESLC offers voluntary benefits and insurances such as Short-Term Disability, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, and On-Site Workforce Success Coaches.

The Facility Manager is responsible for supervising the day-to-day planning and execution of the maintenance staff workload. This position monitors the condition of all of Valley Manor's facilities and grounds not limited to the upkeep, repairs, renovation, of equipment and new construction.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manage work orders submitted by staff through Q Ware. Prioritize and assign work to staff; audit all repairs to buildings, equipment or grounds that create potential hazards for residents and staff are addressed first. 
• Ensure the development of appropriate policies and procedures.
• Monitor the condition of buildings, equipment, and grounds for Valley Manor.   
• Direct upkeep, repairs, renovations, and capital equipment purchases. Serves as the corporate liaison to the Director of Facilities Housing.
• Negotiate and monitor operational and preventive maintenance contracts for all Valley Manor operations.
• Provides support and technical assistance to all departments within the corporation.
• Interact with subcontractors and outside vendors to ensure the coordination of services take place.
• Schedule, coordinate and direct all building-related maintenance, renovation and construction projects, and monitor their performance to ensure objectives are met.
• Develop and oversee the operations budget, short-term and strategic goals for the department and monitor performance.
• Participate and support all organization wide initiatives through active coordination and implementation into division operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communications, networking, and presentation skills. 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks and prioritize competing demands in order to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with basic accounting functions and related technology.
• Oversee and direct the facility's fire, safety and emergency preparation policies and processes. 
• Promote positive community relations and customer service in all aspects of performance.
• Responsible for safety training and building safety issues record maintenance.
• Participate and support Valley Manor special events and functions.
• Lead staff and In-Service meetings as scheduled.
• Manage departmental expenses, including payroll, and operating expenses to ensure monthly budgets are met.
• Responsible for the recruitment, selection, orientation, performance management and on-going development of department staff.
• Manage asbestos program designed for Valley Manor to include all licensing, physicals, testing, tracking as required.  

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or technical equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in facilities management, a comprehensive knowledge of facilities management practices, and demonstrated proficiency in project management. 
• Valid New York State Driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Supervisory experience required. 
• Must have demonstrated managerial skills, including planning and budget management.
• Strong organization and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently. 
• Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, vendors, and the public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performing duties of this job require occasional walking and standing in and around the reception area, and lobby. Must be able to occasionally lift loads of 30 pounds up to 50 pounds without assistance and the ability to sit, talk, and hear is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Episcopal SeniorLife Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.