Temple University's Health Sciences Campus (HSC) is searching for a Director, Maintenance and Operations
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Salary Range: $145,000 - $150,000
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Facilities, Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and Utilities, the Health Sciences Center Operations and Maintenance division director directs the Facilities Management function. Overseeing Regulatory Compliance, including The Joint Commission (TJC) and Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH), Fire & Life-Safety Management, and ensuring efficient planning, operations, and preservation of all properties, systems, and equipment constituting the Temple University Health Sciences Center (HSC) Campus.
The Director is responsible for the work outcomes of the HSC Operations and Maintenance Division of Facilities Management, ensuring that work is effectively planned, coordinated, and implemented in a consistent manner. The Director is also responsible for managing, through subordinate managers and supervisors, the mechanical and building trade functions of the department, including stationary engineering and BAS, plumbing, electric, fire, HVAC & Refrigeration, carpentry, painting, locksmith, and general mechanics.
The Director will be the lead on planning, organizing, and directing the maintenance and repair of University buildings and structures to include the electrical and mechanical systems as well as the maintenance and operation of building utility systems involving the steam generation and distribution, chilled water generation and distribution, domestic water, electricity, gas, and sanitary sewage.
In addition to ensuring responsive, timely, and thorough responses to meet the needs of the University and hospital communities and at the same time, providing an emphasis on cooperation and liaison with Hospital and University personnel.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Details
* This position requires the following background checks: Department of Motor Vehicles background check; Cash Handling and Personally Identifiable Information background check.
These checks must be completed prior to commencement of service.
* Offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and physical screening.
Required Education and Experience
* Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate engineering discipline or equivalent in a closely related field.
* Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a similar healthcare environment is required.
* Demonstrated competency necessary to comply with regulatory requirements in a healthcare facility, i.e., The Joint Commission, CMS, Department of Health, and local authorities having jurisdiction.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred
* Professional Engineer (PE) License
Required Skills and Abilities
* Demonstrated knowledge of The Joint Commission Standards, NFPA Codes, AIA and FGI Guidelines, Insurance requirements, Accreditation review process, formulation of policies and procedures required
* Requires strong leadership, problem-solving, team building, and customer service skills
* Demonstrated proficiency in personal computer operations required
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel or equivalent required
* Ability to work with a variety of disciplines and levels of staff
* Knowledge of Facility Maintenance Management Systems, specifically AssetWorks (AIM) preferred, engineering and facilities management equipment
Essential Duties
Though this list should not be considered exclusive, some essential functions in meeting this responsibility are:
* Manages, directs and oversees maintenance, modification and preservation of the physical plant, systems and grounds
* Manages mechanical and building trade functions including stationary engineering, plumbing, electric, fire/security, HVAC, BAS, refrigeration, carpentry, painting, locksmith, and general maintenance, code compliance planning, finance management and administration
* Ensures that all architectural, mechanical, electrical, heating, ventilation, and coolin