OverviewTo be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Manages the programs and work efforts of the Plumbing and Mechanical Sections and Plant Operations staff responsible for the maintenance, installation, and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), mechanical equipment, refrigeration, plumbing, piping, fire sprinkler, medical gas, tube, and power plant systems. Shares responsibility for the hospital's energy management and conservation programs, serves in the Director's absence as needed, and oversees the review of designs and monitoring of installations for HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, fire sprinkler, medical gas, and power plant systems during construction projects.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities - 1. Tracks and monitors the shop's monthly financials for budgetary compliance, appropriate allocation and necessary cash flow modification.
- 2. Manages and inspects the work efforts of all Mechanics, Provides periodic reports on each of the section's activities.
- 3. Establishes programs and coordinates such programs for providing preventive maintenance and equipment monitoring including the management of boilers, chillers, UST's, maintenance contracts, air and water balancing, pneumatic and electrical controls, oxygen deliveries, maintenance, steam trap testing and repair, main valve testing, and general service of a variety of air conditioning, refrigeration units, and general utility systems, including all mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler and med gas equipment.
- 4. Reviews problems of the HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing, Medical Gas and Plant sections and keeps Director informed of corrective actions taken.
- 5. Makes recommendations pertaining to annual capital budget requests. Oversees equipment and some Capital Project installations directly.
- 6. Oversees Maintenance & Plant service contracts.
- 7. Monitors staff efficiency to reduce salary and overtime costs.
- 8. Ensures that all assigned personnel follow departmental policies and procedures.
- 9. Participates in various site inspections throughout the hospital complex with insurance carriers, Fire Marshal and others as needed
- 10. Ensures that environmental conditions within the hospital comply with accepted standards of comfort and health. Conducts regular Environmental rounds to help ensure compliance with Regulatory standards.
- 11. Assists in the development and implementation of energy usage for all HVAC and mechanical systems.
- 12. Directly manages the Plant Operators and works with Chief Plant Operator to ensure ongoing availability of all utility systems
- 13. Participates in the selection and training of employees and ensures that performance appraisals that he conducts are done in a fair and equitable manner. Handles employee issues with appropriate actions, as well as his recommendations and responsibilities for promotions, transfers, wage changes and terminations.
QualificationsEDUCATION
BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred; equivalent experience in facilities engineering, plant operations, or mechanical systems management may be considered in lieu of a degree.
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience in mechanical and plumbing trades required.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Ability to read blueprints and modify HVAC, mechanical, plumbing and medical gas systems. Strong communications skills and managerial skills required. Experienced with multiple computer software applications.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Works in and around mechanical equipment on roofs, above ceilings, in construction areas.
YNHHS Requisition ID
188398
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