Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance / Facilities Engineering at Children's Nebraska

Omaha, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personnel Management, Operational Management, Financial Management, Strategic Development, Plant Operations, Maintenance Programs, Safety Programs, Budget Preparation, HVAC, Electrical Systems, Plumbing, Generator Systems, Life Safety Systems, Regulatory Compliance, Crisis Management, Vendor Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Schedule: M-F 7am-4pm, 24x7 accountability At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. A Brief Overview Demonstrates twenty four hour responsibility and accountability for operations, quality of services, and all aspects of safety and maintenance programs within the institution. Ensures provision of quality services by maintaining appropriate resources, staffing levels, competency of staff, maintenance/ and performance of equipment, physical space, and training and education of staff. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for all aspects of safety, plant operations and maintenance programs of the organization. Ensures safe, well-maintained environment of care assuring the safety and well-being of patients, family, physicians, staff, and visitors throughout organization. Essential Functions Personnel Management • Manages and provides direction to the maintenance staff to assure department is producing high quality work efficiently and cost effectively Direct all building and facility related operations, including Maintenance, Engineering and Environmental Services Ensure the Environmental Services needs of the facilities are met and associated quality measures are maintained Maintain clean and safe grounds, monitoring appropriate staffing, qualifications, scheduling, training, and coordination of activities with outside contractors Selects/hires employees and trains and/or oversees the training on job related tasks. Conducts employee performance management duties including completion and delivery of performance evaluations, setting goals, dissemination of information, coaching, addressing performance issues/routine correction actions, and recommending termination of employment. Makes salary recommendations. Submits notifications for personnel actions (e.g., status changes, terminations). Makes recommendations for human resource needs. Design work routines and schedules of staff for maximum efficiency Assure that the maintenance department plans, coordinates and executes preventative maintenance needs as well as attends to repairs and building improvements Lead monthly safety meeting and maintain proper records. Operational/Financial Management Under the direction of the Vice President, prepare the annual operational budget for the operation of Maintenance Responsible for the implementation and execution of business plans or activities for the department. May assist in the development of business plans. Makes decisions guided by the business plan and resource availability that impacts service levels and the team’s ability to meet objectives. Analyzes processes and procedures and makes recommendations and/or decisions on guidelines for daily processes/activities within department. May recommend policy changes related to the department. Implements new or revised policies, processes, and procedures within the work area. Manage department budget performance and adhere to record keeping policies and procedures • Develops the annual budget, monitors and prepares budget variance reports for the department. Applies business and management expertise to identify problems/opportunities, determine solutions, and measure results. Ensures compliance with quality assurance, safety practices, policies, regulatory, and legal requirements. Maintains fire and life safety systems and periodic testing • Assures HVAC, plumbing, electrical and generator system are maintained in good working order Assist with approved renovation projects, apartment turn over when vacancies occur and oversee punch lists • Provides input on monthly variance reports for Maintenance Update the capital asset management list, recommend upgrade or replacement schedule for essential building systems and equipment Expedite workflow by distributing assignments in a timely manner, review work orders and set priorities accordingly Manage contracts with outside vendors and maintain records of all contracts, work orders, and budgets. Participate in performance improvement meetings, quality assurance programs, safety programs, and management and departmental meetings Strategic Development Functions • Carry out functions of leadership in alignment with expectations of similar positions within host hospital. Includes but is not limited to participation in leadership training, fostering organizational culture and mission and meeting service/productivity standards. Uses discretion and independent judgment in organizing and directing Site Facilities Operations teams which includes but is not limited to regulatory compliance and management, quality assurance activities and programs, financial performance and reporting and personnel management and development. Accountable for ensuring that all building systems and equipment are installed and maintained in accordance with Joint Commission (EC/LS) standards and all other applicable State/Federal/Local regulatory requirements. Provides leadership in supporting development of performance standards for all Departments/Services Managed. Partners internally/externally to ensure the use of best practices, including lean principles. Accountable for financial performance related to Operational Facilities spend while ensuring adherence to established operating budgets. Ensures staff training in approved practices and procedures related to proper facility maintenance techniques. Supports the Planning and Design Services department with Facilities Operations Capital equipment forecast/budget process. Point of escalation for all facility concerns and/or grievances by patients, physicians and staff. Creates a safe work environment for staff by ensuring adherence to all safety/infection control policies and procedures/practices to include but not limited to the wearing of appropriate protective clothing and gear and the proper handling of contaminated equipment and tools. Manages and determines the degree of compliance with applicable standards, specifically in the areas of Joint Commission Environment of Care/Life Safety, CMS, NFPA, OHSA, Safety Management, Security Management, Bio-Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Materials Management and Waste. Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. Performs physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Required Experience Qualifications Minimum 7 years of experience in a hospital environment, including 3 years of leadership experience. Required and Joint Commission/CMS Survey experience at the hospital level Preferred and Previous experience with construction projects from planning to final commissioning Required and Experience with property management Preferred Skills and Abilities Excellent interpersonal skills and experience leading/managing a complex site. Strong skills in critical systems such as emergency/stand-by generators, automatic transfer switches, un-interruptible power supply (UPS) systems, power distribution systems/medical gas. Strong verbal and written (report) communications skills; superior presentation skills. Strong judgment, problem-solving and crisis management skills. Understanding of building Management Control Systems, Life Safety Systems, CMMS. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power Point, and Microsoft Outlook software. Project planning and implementation skills Excellent communication with all levels of management Proven ability with mechanical, HVAC, electrical and plumbing equipment Fully knowledgeable of activities necessary to produce a state of perpetual readiness. Children’s is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children’s, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child! IND123

Responsibilities

This role involves demonstrating twenty-four-hour responsibility for operations, quality of services, and all aspects of safety and maintenance programs within the pediatric healthcare center. Key functions include managing maintenance staff, directing all building and facility operations, and ensuring a safe environment of care for patients, staff, and visitors.