Facilities Manager - OSS HEALTH : Job Details

JOB SUMMARY: The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and structural systems within all OSS Health facilities. This role ensures a safe, functional, and compliant environment that supports patient care delivery and complies with regulatory standards including Joint Commission, CMS, OSHA, and local building codes. The Facilities Manager leads a team of skilled trades staff and collaborates closely with clinical, administrative, and support departments. He/She must perform with little or no supervision, possess the ability to prioritize job duties as needs change and upholds and enforces hospital and departmental policies and procedures. He/She is responsible for ensuring the training needs of the facilities and security staff are provided and provides direct coordination and supervision of all facility and security-related contractors.QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:Associate's degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related field. Trade school certification would also be considered.Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in facility or plant operations, preferably in a healthcare setting.2+ years in a supervisory or management role.Working knowledge of NFPA codes, Joint Commission standards, CMS regulations, and OSHA requirements.Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of healthcare facility systems.Proficient with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.Certifications:Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Certification and/or Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) - preferredOSHA 30-Hour General Industry - preferredHVAC, electrical, or plumbing licensure - preferredESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for assessing Life Safety Code Compliance and manage the survey-related Statement of Conditions.Ensures compliance with safety goals and objectives.Leads the project management of capital improvement projects.Creates operating and capital budgets and controls expenditure within approved budget.Oversee the performance of routine maintenance and security functions.Supervise the inspection, maintenance, and repair of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building systems.Maintain accurate records of inspections/certifications, service logs, preventive maintenance schedules, and compliance documentation.Prepare reports for internal leadership and regulatory agencies as needed.Oversee the performance of maintenance of buildings as needed.Oversees grounds maintenance, parking lot and walkway maintenance, and campus beautification as needed.Ensure all safety hazards are corrected in a timely manner.Ensures work requested or needed on work orders is completed in a timely, efficient manner.Develops and maintains an effective preventative maintenance program to ensure maximal up time for facilities and security equipment and to extend the lifespan of those systems.Assists building maintenance in responding to building emergencies including after hours, as needed.Responsible for the oversight and development of call rotation for campus issues related to facilities and security.Actively participates in organizational wide committeesPerform all duties in accordance with safety and other laws, rules, and regulations as set forth by appropriate regulatory and government agencies and in accordance with established department and hospital policies and procedures.Works collaboratively to investigate facility and security concerns and ensures compliance to regulatory matters related to the facility and security.Must have knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, heating and air conditioning systems and security systems.Must be able to perform both basic and advanced maintenance functions throughout the hospital, utilizing proper methods.Assumes responsibility for own personal continuing education and developmental needs.Maintains current awareness of regulations and standards affecting assigned areas of responsibility through ongoing professional development.In collaboration with the Director of Quality and Risk, interpret new regulations and requirements and oversees their implementation including Department of Health and Joint Commission guidelines.Attends seminars, workshops, and maintains appropriate affiliations to keep abreast of the latest trends in field of expertise.Maintains or oversees the maintenance of supplies deemed necessary for the efficient operation of the area(s) for which responsible.Research major expenditures (including equipment, supplies and/or systems) and make recommendations to the appropriate member(s) of management for approval to purchase.Maintain compliance with life safety codes, environment of care (EOC) standards, and other healthcare-specific regulations.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTIES:Supervises Facility Technicians, Biomedical Technicians and Security TeamFunctions as a coach and mentor to the staff for whom this position is responsible.Participates in and/or supports the employment process in conjunction with the Human Resources Department.Responsible for the orientation and onboarding of newly hired staff members.Develops and/or maintains on-going training programs/initiatives to enhance the skills, knowledge and productivity of existing employees.Provides leadership and direction to the staff for whom are responsible in order to maintain a work environment that promotes the creative development of ideas and allows employees to meet and/or exceed expectations and established standards of performance.Monitors and measures performance of those staff reporting to this position. Addresses concern or weaknesses and takes appropriate action to ensure issues are resolved. Ensure that staff are working as efficiently, as accurately and as productively as possible.Ensures compliance with all policies and procedures by staff. Recognizes exemplary compliance. Initiates appropriate corrective action in instances of noncompliance; secures required approvals before addressing with the staff.LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to communicate effectively with staff, peers, physicians and the public. Ability to speak and understand English fluently.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Frequently required to walk distances. May require climbing and working from ladders. May require bending and stooping. Frequently lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 75 pounds. Fine and gross motor skills and manual dexterity to operate keyboard and other equipment. Possible standing for long periods of time, operating machinery and driving an OSS vehicle. Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to an emergency.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.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Exposed to blood borne pathogens, anesthetic gases, sterilizers, electrical and mechanical hazards, confused or combative patients, bio-contaminated waste, and unpleasant elements. Subject to stressful situations, long or irregular hours.Work is both indoors and outdoors and will have exposure to various weather conditions, possibly extreme. Exposed to dust and harsh chemicals. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.