Plans, directs and coordinates the Engineering & Maintenance department, to maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment for the Boys Town National Research Hospital (BTNRH), and offsite Clinics. Administers training programs in safety and fire prevention. Procures or generates all utilities and maintains their distribution system. Provides a pleasant and comfortable physical environment for patients, employees, medical staff, and visitors.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
- Manages the activities of the facilities department at the BTNRH and offsite Clinics and ensures that maintenance of the physical structure is in accordance with standards of The Joint Commission, State, Village Regulations and the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Supervises compliance with engineering specifications.
- Serves as Hospital's representative to the Village Safety Committee. Arranges/coordinates departmental safety committee meetings and subsequent necessary documentation. Applies thorough knowledge of, adheres to, and administers safety practices involving hazardous chemicals, The Joint Commission requirements for plant, technology, and safety management and federal, state, and OSHA requirements for safety codes. Plans and administers training programs in security, infection control, fire prevention, and other employee safety procedures.
- Plans, develops and directs a preventive and corrective maintenance program to ensure efficient and uninterrupted operation of the entire physical plant and all related operation equipment within the Hospital and property owned by the Hospital.
- Responds to emergency calls for repairs. Instructs Hospital personnel on emergency maintenance procedures, such as waterline breaks and flooding and electrical shutdowns. Applies thorough knowledge of, adheres to, and administers safety practices involving hazardous chemicals, The Joint Commission requirements for Plant, Technology, and Safety Management, and Federal, State, and OSHA requirements for the Hospital Safety Codes.
- Solicits bids and reviews work done by outside contractors. Makes recommendations concerning retention of the contractor. Coordinates work with the Director of Facility Healthcare.
- Prepares departmental annual budgets to include personnel, equipment, materials, and supply needs for the Maintenance Department with the assistant from other Facility Support Managers or Supervisors.
- Oversees the Maintenance departmental personnel matters for the BTNRH and offsite Clinics. Oversees the hiring of new staff, evaluates work performance, corrective action, continuing education, and training.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to maintain a working relationship with local law enforcement agencies, and other BTNRH Security Supervisors.
- Ability to train staff on the process of ISLM documents, along with staff training and performing Fire Watch as required.
- Ability to apply knowledge of engineering principles, particularly as it relates to construction and utility operations.
- Ability to apply knowledge of, and work to standards set by, all related safety, fire, the Joint Commission and CMS standards, NFPA Life Safety 101, OSHA, energy, and environmental laws and building codes.
- Ability to assess a malfunction and ascertain necessary personnel, materials, and finances to corrective measures.
- Ability to devise and implement numerous programs, productions, and projects.
- Ability to establish and maintain courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with other personnel, hospital staff, and public.
- Ability to communicate with staff, contractors, and others.
- Ability to supervise, review and evaluate staff.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and specifications of new construction, installation, and maintenance of equipment.
- Ability to make emergency decisions in respect to failure of hospital utilities or other related responsibilities.
- Ability to administer safety practices involving hazardous chemicals, The Joint Commission requirements, and federal, state, and OSHA requirements.
- Aptitude to manage data, processes and compliance
- Ability to administer Infection Control standards set forth by BTNRH policies.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of three years management experience required.
- Previous experience in a similar role in a hospital or related field required.
- Extensive knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, practices and procedures used in maintenance work (i.e., Freon, chilled water distribution systems, natural gas distribution, electrical practices, blueprints, diagrams, etc.) required.
- Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required.
- "On-call" 24 hours a day, seven days a week required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree or bachelor's degree, with special emphasis in Facilities engineering, building trades or a related area preferred.
- Hospital certifications CLSS-HC (Certified Life Safety Specialist for Health Care), or CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager) and OSHA training preferred.
- Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
- Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Heavy physical demand level: Occasionally (0-33% of shift) lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling between 51-100lbs; Employees are required to ask for assistance whenever they encounter any materials heavier than 50lbs. Frequently (34-66% of shift) lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling between 21-50lbs; Constantly (67-100% of shift) lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling between 1-20lbs. A combination of constant standing and walking throughout an 8 hours shift is required; frequently walking (34-66%) & frequently (34-66%) standing to perform inspection, monitoring, operation, and maintenance tasks. Requires the ability to recline, sit, squat, crawl, drive, reach to floor, awkward positioning, trunk rotation, and fine motor manipulation occasionally (0-33%) to access all areas that require maintenance and repair. Requires the ability to climb ladders, kneel or stoop, balance, bend, reach above shoulder level, horizontal reach less than 18 inches, looking down, neck rotation, and material handling less than 50lbs on a frequently (34-66%) rate to access all areas that require climbing, monitoring, maintenance, and inspection. Constant (67-100%) unilateral grasping, bilateral grasping, handling, reaching at or below shoulder level to accomplish all maintenance tasks and material handling.The worker is subject to both environmental conditions, activities occur both inside and outside. The worker is occasionally subject to sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard. The worker is occasionally subject to vibration, and a variety of physical hazards, such as proximity to moving parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding, and exposure to high heat or chemicals. The worker is occasionally subject to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. The worker is occasionally subject to oils and other cutting fluids. The worker may occasionally be required to wear a respirator.
Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town - it is the foundation of who we are and what we do. At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. About Boys Town: Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life. This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.
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