Maintenance Foreman

Mount Nittany Health•State College, PA

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Facility Supervisor, the Maintenance Foreman is responsible for scheduling preventative maintenance and repairs, ensuring the facilities are kept in optimal working condition, aligning with compliance and safety regulations. The Maintenance Foreman will also assist in inspecting facilities and equipment, ordering materials, and will act as a liaison between the maintenance crew and the Facility Management Organization (FMO).

Requirements

High school education or equivalent
Associate degree or two years of Vocational Technical training in mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
Within one (1) year of hire /transfer, successfully completes The American Society of Healthcare Engineering (ASHE), NFPA-99, “Healthcare Facilities Code”, Certificate of Attendance. Annually achieves Continued Education Credits (CECs) until (ASHE), NFPA-101-2012, “Life Safety Code”, Certificate of Attendance is completed. Completion of this course will be monitored by the Facilities department. Continued education in regulatory code and compliance associated with hospital Life Safety. Completion of these annual continuing educational requirements will be monitored by the Facilities department.
Five years full time experience with utilities and asset maintenance in large public setting – healthcare experience preferred.
Ability to lead, motivate and manage a team effectively.
Ability to address potential issues before they escalate.
Strong ability to organize, inspire, schedule and oversee multiple task and priorities effectively.
In depth knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance and repair.
Ability to address on-site challenges and make decisions as they arise.
Clear and concise communication for both written reports and verbal interactions with staff and management.
Through understanding of occupational hazards and precautions associated with maintenance work
Ability to use Computerized Maintenance Management (CMMS) program and work with software applications (BAS, Office Suite, Outlook, etc.), for scheduling, tracking, and meticulous reporting.
Ability to trouble shoot equipment problems and determine root cause of failures.
Exhibits good cooperation with management, such as a positive response to applicable improvement issues found in performance reviews or elsewhere; a positive response to instructions or work assignments; a positive approach to improving skills, communications, and productivity
Ability to work from ladders and scaffolding and to work overhead and in cramped quarters
Ability to communicate and collaborate with other persons within department and with employees from other departments
Ability to manage priorities and work efforts across shifts and with contractors
Demonstrated initiative and commitment to continuous improvement objectives
Ability to recognize patient and staff surroundings and work in a clean, quiet and respectful manner

Nice To Haves

healthcare experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assist Facilities Supervisor in leading and guiding the maintenance team of skilled and unskilled workers, assign tasks, and monitor work progress to ensure quality and efficiency.
As directed by the Facilities Supervisor, coordinates and directs daily maintenance activities.
Helps assess and allocate available resources - human and material.
Provides leadership to other members of the facilities team.
Assumes responsibility for facility ticket outcomes.
Assesses resource needs to plan for the oncoming shift and maintain continuity of services.
Collaborates with the Facilities Manager/Supervisor to meet the organizational goals.
Implements emergency procedures as needed.
Communicates openly and in timely manner with the Facilities Manager/Supervisor.
Works with facilities’ leadership to assure assignment of personnel based on the following: Facility work order volume. Size of work order and equipment/material/technology needs. Staff expertise, technical skill and degree of supervision required and available. Infection control issues. Geography of the designated area of responsibility.
Cooperates with other departments to meet facility needs and ensure smooth operations.
Plan, schedule, develop, and implement preventative maintenance measures and coordinate repairs of machinery, equipment and structures.
Arrange for necessary materials, equipment, and personnel mobilization.
Prepare progress reports and maintain records.
Control maintenance resources by requisitioning supplies and materials, assist in maintaining inventory, and assure that materials are used cost-effectively and stored properly.
Inspect and report equipment and assets to identify repairs needed or potential issues, evaluate workmanship, and prepare reports for Facilities Supervisor.
Review maintenance team’s comprehensive inventory/spare parts lists to mitigate failures and to improve efficiency.
Enforces safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment and ensures compliance with all relevant regulations.
Ensures procedures for safety, operation and maintenance of assets and performance monitoring of utilities and Life Safety devices are followed.
Reads and interprets drawings, operating manuals, schematics and technical specifications.
Provide technical assistance and expertise to diagnose problems, trouble shoots and repair mechanical, electrical and plumbing sub-systems when necessary.
Performs other tasks such as but not limited to: snow removal; grounds care; painting; cleaning; etc. when necessary