Director of Engineering at Shannon Health – Big Spring, Texas

Job Summary

The director will provide leadership, direction and management oversight for continuous improvement of the standard Engineering and Maintenance operating model within the facility. Leads all operational coordination for the Engineering and Maintenance department. Provides staff leadership, makes sound business decisions in support of the hospital’s mission; and supports the hospital’s vision to be a leader in providing the best facility for patient care, safety, service and value. Manages the day-to-day operations of the department; ensures a consistently high level of cleanliness and appearance to patients, visitors and staff.

Supervises the Following Positions

Positions: Engineering and Maintenance Team Members

Physical Requirements

• The ability to perform the duties and responsibility of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
• The ability to consistently lift, push or pull loads of up to fifty (50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50)
• Sufficient strength, mobility and stamina to make frequent location and position changes, assist with patient care, and perform other physical activities of average difficulty.
• Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodations.
• May be exposed to infectious or contagious disease.
• May have to handle emergency situations.
• May be subject to irregular hours.
• May be required to wear protective equipment such as eye protection, face protection, masks, sterile/nonsterile gloves, isolation gowns.
• May be exposed to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents.
• Physical activities include continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting.
• Activity Conditions (Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously):
  • Sitting- Frequently
  • Walking- Frequently
  • Standing- Frequently
  • Bending-Occasionally
  • Squatting- Occasionally
  • Climbing-Occasionally
  • Kneeling-Occasionally
  • Twisting-Occasionally

Visual and Hearing Requirements

• Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

Working Conditions

Primarily Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period of heavy workload and stress. This role may include working in less-than-ideal home conditions, which can include exposure to extreme temperatures and environments that may not meet typical cleanliness standards such as clutter, unkept surfaces, and homes with pets. Works in various conditions.

Performance: Essential Functions

Decision Making: Ability to make decisions and takes appropriate action based on the information they have. Recognizes own limitations and consults with the supervisor, manager, or team member when appropriate.

Time Management: Works efficiently and manages duties to ensure that tasks are completed with accuracy and within the scheduled shift or reasonable amount of time.

Quality & Quantity: Demonstrates accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out job duties. Follows departmental work policies and procedures. Speed and consistency of output, and time utilization of job duties.

Computer Knowledge & Electronic Equipment Use: Demonstrates ability to consistently utilize electronic equipment and online computer programs to perform job duties, including electronic documentation, and order entry.

Resource Utilization: Consistently utilizes and maintains supplies and equipment to minimize lost charges and unnecessary equipment repair-replacement.

Confidentiality: Adheres to established policies on privacy and security requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as applicable by Shannon Policy.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Responsible for overseeing the development of a department orientation program for all new employees to ensure new employees know the guidelines if their job and what is expected of them.
• Ensures that new employees receive department orientation in six weeks.
• Conducts scheduled meetings with Engineering and Maintenance department staff to problem solve and continuous education in management training.
• Cooperates with other department managers in accomplishing departmental objectives.
• Maintains confidentiality of all management information.
• Maintains a professional appearance and be example of a high standard of quality performance.
• Responsible for the overall quality of work within the department.
• Reviews work schedule with Engineering and Maintenance services team to ensure adequate coverage for quality performance.
• Institutes changes in technique guidelines for more efficient operation.
• Ensures that employees are being supervised and directed on the how, when, and why of completing assigned tasks by qualified and responsible supervisors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field

Experience:

• Required
  • Three years of experience in Environmental Services
• Preferred
  • One year of experience in a Managerial role

Certification/Licensure: N/A