Director of Facilities - Maintainence

Kaweah Health • Visalia, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Kaweah Health is seeking a Director of Facilities to oversee the maintenance and operational integrity of its physical structures, utility systems, mechanical and electrical systems, HVAC, and grounds across all its facilities. This role involves close collaboration with the Executive Team and Finance Division, active participation in capital spending and strategic planning, and effective management of facility-related projects. The Director will also work with facilities support personnel on space-use planning, capital and equipment expenditure planning, and public relations. This position requires frequent presentations to the Board of Directors and the Senior Leadership Team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree OR minimum of ten years of combined progressive experience in a healthcare setting relative to maintenance operations and construction.
• Minimum five years of senior management role with experience in a healthcare setting relative to maintenance operations and construction for licensed facilities.
• General understanding of applicable licensing requirements and compliances standards required by HCAi (OSHPD), CDPH, The Joint Commission, etc.
• Experienced in capital planning, design management, and execution of facilities projects, preferably within inpatient and outpatient healthcare facilities.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, HCAi (OSHPD), and Title 19, 22, 24 codes, as well as all Life Safety requirements.
• Proficient understanding in central utility plant operations, electronics and/or HVAC- cooling, plumbing, electrical, building automation, life safety systems, general construction and repair methods.
• Familiar with the principles and best practices of preventative maintenance programs, project planning, design, construction, and management.
• Knows how to develop, implement and monitor budgets.
• Familiar with laws, regulations, contracts, agreements, specifications and procedures related to public contracting requirements.
• Displays strong leadership and organizational management skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to effectively collaborate with the organization's leadership team and project stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Health Care Facility Manager (CHFM)
• Graduate level education
• Experience with Co-Generation Plant operation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and proper operation of Kaweah Health hospital facilities, ensuring compliance with Joint Commission, Federal, State policies, and applicable OSHPD codes.
• Oversees, manages, and coordinates the efforts of the Maintenance Department and Co-generation Plant.
• Supervises department Supervisors and Leads, if applicable, including interviewing, hiring, evaluating, counseling, and terminating staff.
• Maintains good interdepartmental and intradepartmental relationships by providing excellent service, management assistance, and open communication.
• Develops department staff through ongoing in-service education, on-the-job training, evaluations, competencies, and open departmental meetings.
• Manages projects, equipment installation, and directs manpower (internal and external) in a professional and cost-effective manner.
• Coordinates Maintenance functions throughout Kaweah Health as needed.
• Administers departmental operating budget within guidelines, coding all costs per department and OSHPD cost codes.
• Oversees and reports on the general condition of each facility and the progress of maintenance demand work orders.
• Coordinates with departments throughout Kaweah Health to schedule work safely and in a timely manner, assisting in troubleshooting problems.
• Completes or oversees performance evaluations, discipline, counseling, and the design and implementation of staff training methods.
• Makes recommendations or approvals as necessary.
• Finds available cost-effective training on and off-site for the Facilities department.
• Develops teamwork and accountability within departments.
• Participates in strategic planning for Kaweah Health growth and expansion.
• Assists in the development of short- and long-term plans for capital expansion projects.
• Develops and manages budgets and schedules for short- and long-term capital projects.
• Enhances professional growth and maintains awareness of current industry trends, legislation, or research impacting programs and facilities planning.
• Participates in the Environment of Care Committee and Emergency Management and Preparedness Committee.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area.

Benefits

• Benefits Eligible Full-Time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director