Program Supervisor V/Asst Plant Manager

Program Supervisor V//Asst Plant Manager Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people's lives?

Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of each other, teamwork, and inclusivity?

HSCS is dedicated to building a diverse community atmosphere where employees feel valued, supported, and accepted while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interest you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Program Supervisor V (Assistant Plant Manager) performs highly complex (senior-level) supervisory and technical maintenance work developing schedules and coordinating and evaluating activities to ensure facility goals and objectives are met.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supervising, and evaluating maintenance repair programs, small construction projects, and the maintenance and repair of machines and equipment.

The Assistant Plant Manager serves as an authority on all applicable codes and regulations (i.e., Fire, Life Safety, Plumbing, Electrical and Mechanical) to ensure the attainment of applicable safety and accreditation standards.

Trains, supervises, and evaluates the work of others.

The Assistant Plant Manager assumes the duties of the Plant Manager in their absence.

Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.

Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Essential Job Functions: Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Plans, monitors, and supervises construction projects utilizing assigned shop and craft personnel to ensure proper utilization of resources and compliance with all code requirements and accreditation standards.

Serves as an authority on all applicable codes and regulations.

Assumes the duties and acts as Plant Manager in their absence.

Develops and revises policies, procedures, and performance standards for physical plant operations in conformance with administrative and/or professional policies.

Develops and approves schedules, monitors, and evaluates cross training of craft personnel in all shops in order to provide adequate coverage after hours and as needed.

Provides guidance to ensure complex problems are handled efficiently and timely.

Supervises and trains staff and provides technical assistance.

Processes performance plans and employee evaluations on a timely basis in CAPPS to ensure that all assigned shop and craft personnel receive annual performance reviews.

Ensures employees complete all required training in a timely manner.

Interviews prospective employees and makes recommendations for hire of the best candidates to ensure only the most qualified individuals are selected.

Supervises, coordinates, and evaluates maintenance repair programs, construction projects, and the maintenance and repair of machines and equipment.

Plans, implements, monitors, and evaluates assigned shop and craft personnel in the repair and maintenance of all buildings, utility systems, equipment, and vehicles.

Inspects and approves construction work in progress to ensure compliance with design and code.

Oversees and prepares reports as requested.

Oversees, plans, and monitors contract projects and purchases.

Prepares specifications and manages construction projects utilizing outside contractors.

Follows up to ensure purchases stay within budget and projects are completed according to plan.

Tracks and ensures that preventative maintenance is performed on all assigned equipment in order to ensure that the identified equipment in the preventative maintenance program (PM) operates effectively so there is no interruption of regular or back up services.

Receives and reviews all purchase requests from Maintenance Department Supervisors for approval.

Manages the automated work order program, Computer Assisted Facility Management (CAFM), in order to establish and update annual goals and needs of the physical plant and equipment to ensure building deficiencies are properly entered and tracked for capital construction projects.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.

Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge Skills Abilities: Knowledge of HHSC Plant Maintenance policies and procedures Knowledge of HHSC Purchasing and Contracting rules and regulations Knowledge of operation, maintenance, and repair of buildings and equipment Knowledge of industry standard maintenance and construction techniques Knowledge of applicable building codes and accreditation standards Knowledge of protocols for working around patients with mental illness Knowledge of basic computer operations and the ability to use e-mail and create basic written reports and estimates Knowledge of fire and safety regulations and procedures Thorough knowledge of all phases of building maintenance Skills in maintenance management including the scheduling of work and setting quality standards Skills in monitoring and inspecting the work performed by staff and contractors Ability to supervise other employees in various types of maintenance work Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions Ability to work from blueprints, sketches, and lay outs Ability to maintain labor and materials records Ability to prepare required reports Ability to prioritize and manage tasks independently Registration or Licensure Requirements: Must be certified to evaluate Requests for Proposals (RFP's), or obtain certification within one (1) year of employment Must have licensure, certification, or registration in one of the four (4) specialty fields (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry) Preferred Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle.

Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.

Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy Initial Selection Criteria: 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 supervisory role in one of the maintenance specialty fields Additional Information: Job Req # 605667 Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities.

Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

Waco Center for Youth applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position.

The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.

Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza.

All these diseases are vaccine preventable.

As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals.

In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.

If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at . HHS agencies use E-Verify.

You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.

If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at . If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

MOS Code: 18Z, 35Z, 131A, 712X, 040, 7202, 8U000, 86MO Note: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to: 18Z, 35Z, 131A, 712X, 040, 7202, 8U000, 86MO.

All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position.

For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at HHS agencies use E-Verify.

You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.

If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at . If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

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