Plant Operations Manager
Texas Health & Human Services Commission - Waco, TX
posted 4 days ago
About the position
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage. The Manager I (Plant Operations Manager) performs routine (journey-level) technical, managerial, and complex project management work. The Plant Manager is responsible for directing projects and activities of the physical plant of the facility. Work involves planning, coordinating, scheduling, and supervising all facility utility services, grounds and buildings, equipment maintenance and repairs, including small construction projects, vehicle operations, and repairs and maintenance, including replacement scheduling. The Plant Manager is also responsible for the development of work procedures and performance standards in conformance with administrative and/or professional policies. The Plant Manager is an authority on all applicable codes and regulations including accreditation standards, Fire, Life Safety, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical. Prepares reports as required. Plans and monitors contract projects. The Plant Manager is responsible for evaluating onsite work performed by contractors to ensure all measures of the contract are met according to NFPA, NEC, TAC, and Life Safety codes. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates, supervises, and provides leadership to and maintains a fully staffed and trained maintenance department consisting of electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, carpenters, painters, automotive mechanics, and groundskeepers.
- Oversees the plans, specifications, etc., for small internal construction and renovation projects, as well as selected equipment replacement.
- Monitors and manages project costs to ensure that projects are completed within budget.
- Reviews and approves requisitions submitted to Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS), supervises contract expenditure tracking, and approves credit card purchases.
- Coordinates project activities with other state agencies, HHSC's Facility Support Services (FSS) Maintenance & Construction, governmental jurisdictions, outside vendors, and customers in a collaborative manner.
- Develops reports and uses data in driving improvements, monitoring effective and efficient service delivery, and satisfying compliance with appropriate rules and regulations.
- Takes the lead in submitting capital project requests.
- Evaluates Requests for Proposals (RFP's) on new projects to determine the best value for a project.
- Ensures that evaluation is fair and impartial.
- Makes recommendations on proposals.
- Works with PCS to select vendors for project award.
- Monitors and manages project quality to ensure that project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications.
- Maintains compliance with agency, facility, accrediting agencies, and other regulatory agencies as appropriate to maintenance functions.
- Communicates on a regular basis with facility leadership and customers on maintenance operations and project updates.
- Reviews and recommends proposals and bids to management.
- Chairs the Maintenance Department Quality Improvement Team (QIT) and serves as a member of the Environment of Care (EC) Committee, as well as other committees as assigned.
- Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates the annual Utility Management Plan.
- Participates in the development of the facility Environment of Care plans which includes Safety, Security, Hazardous Materials, Emergency Management, Life Safety, Utility Systems, and Medical Equipment.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a related field is generally preferred; education and experience may be substituted for one another.
- Five years' experience in a leadership position managing multiple maintenance functions or shops.
- Must be certified to evaluate Requests for Proposals (RFPs) or obtain certification within one (1) year of employment.
- Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle.
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge in plant maintenance operations, including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, roads and grounds, and motor pool.
- Knowledge with the Life Safety Code.
- Knowledge of applicable accreditation standards.
- Knowledge in developing maintenance policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of CAFM (Computer Assisted Facilities Management) or other electronic facility management programs.
- Knowledge of fleet operations.
Benefits
- 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Generous time off benefits.
- Numerous opportunities for career advancement.
