Manager Plant Operations

Fairview Health Services•Edina, MN

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Fairview is seeking a dedicated Manager of Plant Operations to lead maintenance and facilities operations at our Fairview Southdale location in Edina, MN. This role oversees daily plant maintenance activities, ensuring all work is performed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with hospital standards and policies. The manager also serves as a key contact for assigned projects while ensuring a safe, reliable, and well-maintained environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This is a full-time, day-shift role with no weekends—ideal for a hands-on leader with a passion for healthcare facilities excellence.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited trade school in relevant field or possess equivalent work experience
3 years of experience in plant operations and maintenance

Nice To Haves

B.S./B.A. or Associates degree
Mechanical or electrical engineering degree or certification
5 years of experience in plant operations and maintenance in a healthcare setting
1 year of supervisory experience
Engineering License or certification
Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM)

Responsibilities

Ensuring the department provides safe and reliable buildings and responds to the needs of the hospital or site as appropriate.
Coordinating the scheduled equipment maintenance and maintaining buildings and grounds as required by The Joint Commission and other regulatory agencies as appropriate.
Reviewing contingency plans and incident reports to ensure the department is prepared for emergencies.
Responding to emergency, crisis and unscheduled repair needs.
Investigating and responding appropriately to all complaints taking effective action as necessary.
Training, advising and assisting staff to be able to perform routine tasks independently.
Conducting fair, accurate and timely performance reviews.
Providing feedback and coaching on an ongoing basis and assisting employees in reaching goals.
Responsible for effective fiscal management of department operations to ensure proper utilization of financial resources and assists with department budget according to established procedures.
Maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment as appropriate to meet the demands of the department.
Working to ensure continuous quality improvement in all departmental areas.
Demonstrating ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.
Communicating in a respectful manner.
Ensuring a safe, secure environment.
Individualizing plan of care to meet patient needs.
Fulfilling all organizational requirements.
Completing all required learning relevant to the role.
Complying with and maintaining knowledge of all relevant laws, regulation, policies, procedures and standards.
Fostering a culture of improvement, efficiency and innovative thinking.