• Technical school graduate, Associate in Science degree, or 5 years of supervisory experience in Facility Operations experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License may be required depending on job duties assigned.
• 5 years of experience in general mechanic/construction trade with 3 years of supervisory experience
• Journeyman license or master in one of the following trades Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing.

•  Supervises and provides leadership and guidance to direct reports.
•  Ensures equipment and systems are properly maintained and in optimal condition.
•  Ensures quality standards are met when responding to work orders.
•  Ensures work orders are properly maintained and completed in the work order system. Submits daily productivity report for the department line staff.
•  Maintains and updates the technical library such as work order system testing records for all regulatory compliance agencies. 
•  Maintains timely and accurate inventory of reorders, supplies, and spare parts to be ordered as needed, and notifies leader. 
•  Meets quality standards by maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient environment and ensures shop areas and mechanical rooms are kept clean, safe, and in order. 
•  Plans, supervises and tracks completion of emergency, corrective, and/or preventive maintenance.
•  Schedules, assigns, monitors, and supervises work order request to staff. 
•  Trains staff in the handling of hazardous materials, air borne exposure, isolation room, fire safety related operations, sound safety practices, department policies & protocols. Conducts EOC Rounds.
•  Maintains compliance with DNV-GL standards and AHCA requirement on fire systems, equipment testing in assigned areas. Updates departmental compliance dashboards. 
•  Monitors assigned area's financial activities and expenses by limiting or eliminating service PO to vendor and use in-house resources. Monitors and limits overtime expense. 
•  Maintains and ensures execution and renewal of service contracts in areas assigned. Reviews and/or revises scope of work as needed.
•  Ensures staff's compliance to timely completion of licensure, certifications, all competencies, health requirements and education requirements.
•  Reviews, assesses, and approves if a request warrants outside vendor or in-house resources.
•  Checks and confirms outside vendors work is up to standard work and complies with regulatory agencies having jurisdiction.
•  Responsible for Food & Nutrition and Security department's equipment repairs to ensure budgetary allocation is maintained.
•  Provides technical expertise in all facets of compliance with AHCA, DNV-GL, CMS and other applicable compliance agencies
•  Analyzes work order data for trend and patterns; develops and implements strategies to improve processes.
•  Participates in Pre-construction and Infection Control risk assessment review process and ensures completion of necessary action plan.
•  Provides oversight of maintenance, testing, and inspection of the fire alarm and water based fire suppression system.
•  Develops, implements, and monitors performance improvement plans to ensure compliance and addresses performance improvement opportunities.
•  Acts as an active member of the Environment of Care Committee and completes any assigned tasks and/or opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•  Mechanical Journeyman License, Plumbing Journeyman License, or Electrical Journeyman LevelLicense strongly preferred
•  Experience working in a hospital environment facility operation strongly preferred
•  Required to be on-call, to work weekends/holidays, and respond to emergencies when needed
•  Able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing in a clear, concise, and courteous manner
•  Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and able to learn work related software application(s)
•  Able to follow written and verbal instructions to solve complex problems and file reports
•  Able to interpret, adapt to, and react calmly under stressful conditions and varying demands
•  Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with external customers, peers, physicians, hospital personnel, and subordinates
•  Thorough knowledge in plant operations, equipment/systems such as plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, carpentry, etc.
•  Able to establish necessary professional relationships and interact effectively with internal and external customers
•  Able to motivate, coach, train, provide constructive feedback, and lead staff to ensure achievement of department’s goals
•  Able to work in a fast paced environment and effectively manage and use resources to successfully meet the competing deadlines of a variety of tasks, problems, and projects
•  Thorough knowledge of Life Safety, Emergency Management, Utility Management plans and processes, and applicable healthcare codes and standards
•  Knowledge in Joint Commission or DNV-GL, CMS, AHCA, and behavioral health standards and requirements
•  Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to build an foster positive relationships
•  Strong leadership skills

  (EOE DFW)

4/17/18 

About the Company:
Nicklaus Children's Hospital