Manager Plant operations

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Manager Plant Operations, in the Facilities Engineering department, coordinates research, design, and implementation of unit-specific and facility-wide HVAC, building automation, and central plant operations solutions that support OU Health’s operational and business performance. The role oversees plant and HVAC staff, equipment and system performance, hospital environmental conditions, preventive maintenance, safety, regulatory records, and communications about service interruptions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 10 years of experience in Mechanical or Plant Operations.
At least 3 years of progressive leadership experience.
Active Unlimited Mechanical Contractor license issued by the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board.
Active Class 1 Boiler Operator’s License issued by the Oklahoma Department of Labor.
EPA 608 Universal Certification.
Clean driving record and a current Oklahoma driver’s license required within 30 days of hire.
Ability to understand and interpret regulations associated with The Joint Commission Life Safety and Environment of Care chapters, NFPA, CDC, the Oklahoma State Department of Health, and OSHA.
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and communication systems, and experience with building automation and control systems.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
Detail-oriented approach with problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment and following hospital protocols and regulations.
Experience with Microsoft Office products.
Knowledge of ASHRA 170 requirements.
Experience with computerized work-order systems for tracking and uploading documents.

Responsibilities

Identify facility needs proactively and maintain a comfortable, safe, and efficient environment.
Assign work and manage schedules for HVAC staff, Central Plant Operators, Engineering Technicians, and Refrigeration Technicians.
Administer job performance evaluations and provide training for direct reports.
Coordinate research, design, and implementation of facility-wide building automation solutions.
Use computer systems effectively to maximize performance, including building automation, fire alarm, and power monitoring systems.
Determine operational requirements and develop solutions to optimize HVAC, refrigeration, steam and chilled-water production, and building automation equipment and systems while reducing overlap.
Monitor conditions continuously and identify performance-improvement opportunities.
Establish teams to evaluate new equipment and technologies.
Ensure hospital spaces are conditioned appropriately for their level of care and use, including appropriate pressure relationships, temperature, humidity, and filtration in high-acuity care areas.
Oversee timely preventive maintenance to comply with the hospital utility maintenance program.
Maintain technical knowledge through reading, training, education, benchmarking, and awareness of contemporary practices.
Provide information for metrics measuring effectiveness and timely responsiveness to dispatched work-order tickets.
Contribute to a safe work environment, follow safety policies and procedures, wear required protective gear, and use tools and equipment correctly.
Maintain regulatory compliance records for temperature and humidity and Test and Balance reports for critical spaces.
Coordinate HVAC and plant interruptions and communicate outages.
Create and maintain specifications for HVAC and refrigeration systems for buildings and renovations.
Perform other duties as assigned.