What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Manager - Engineering - Full Time/Days - Req #2047128051 position at Antelope Valley Medical Center?
Job Objective:
The Engineering Manager, under the direction of the Director of Engineering, is responsible for the implementation of the Engineering and Grounds Programs. The programs include the systematic and effective control over the selection, safety, maintenance, and performance of the hospital’s mechanical and grounds equipment and property. Safety inspections, preventive maintenance, calibration, corrective maintenance, evaluation of equipment, reports on quality control, financial control, and employee development are the primary duties. Additionally, this position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day Engineering and Grounds operations
Duties and Responsibilities:
A. Staff Management
1. Manage and train reporting personnel.
2. Manage and monitor out of house supplemental contracts and services.
3. Responsible in assisting with for staff hiring, firing, and work schedules.
4. Responsible in assisting with performance evaluations and/or discipline of reporting staff.
B. Department Management
1. Exert systematic quality control over all functions within area of responsibility.
2. Responsible in assisting with managing departmental budget.
3. Accepts responsibility for handling all after hours’ emergency service requests.
4. Track, trend, and report clinical equipment and building maintenance program performance.
5. Oversees Engineering and Grounds work request and staff assignments.
6. Assure compliance and maintain documentation, related to Building Maintenance under all applicable JCAHO, DHS, OSHPD/Hcai, OSHA, LSC, AQMD, Title 22 & 24 codes.
Non-Essential Duties:
Knowledge
The Engineering Manager, under the direction of the Director of Engineering, is responsible for the implementation of the Engineering and Grounds Programs. The programs include the systematic and effective control over the selection, safety, maintenance, and performance of the hospital’s mechanical and grounds equipment and property. Safety inspections, preventive maintenance, calibration, corrective maintenance, evaluation of equipment, reports on quality control, financial control, and employee development are the primary duties. Additionally, this position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day Engineering and Grounds operations
Duties and Responsibilities:
A. Staff Management
1. Manage and train reporting personnel.
2. Manage and monitor out of house supplemental contracts and services.
3. Responsible in assisting with for staff hiring, firing, and work schedules.
4. Responsible in assisting with performance evaluations and/or discipline of reporting staff.
B. Department Management
1. Exert systematic quality control over all functions within area of responsibility.
2. Responsible in assisting with managing departmental budget.
3. Accepts responsibility for handling all after hours’ emergency service requests.
4. Track, trend, and report clinical equipment and building maintenance program performance.
5. Oversees Engineering and Grounds work request and staff assignments.
6. Assure compliance and maintain documentation, related to Building Maintenance under all applicable JCAHO, DHS, OSHPD/Hcai, OSHA, LSC, AQMD, Title 22 & 24 codes.
Non-Essential Duties:
- All other duties as assigned by Director.
Knowledge
- Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of DHCS (Department of Health Care Services) and CDPH (California Department of Public Health).
- Knowledge of utilities and utilities contracts.
- Knowledge of budget management.
- Excellent project management skills, time management, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and rapport building skills in collaborating with government agencies.
- Fully understands and can apply all federal, state and local laws, regulations and codes.
- Ability to assist in organizing and utilizing AVMC resources effectively to accomplish technical requirements, effectively utilize a variety of management/technical skills from the in-house staff, and provide 24-hour operational support.
- Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers, and other hospital staff.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital, and department information.
- Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.
- Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.
- Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.
- Integrity & Honesty – We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.
- Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality.
- Initiative & Innovation – Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value.
- Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.
- Conflict Management
- Problem Solving
- Timely Decision Making
- Process Management
- Fairness to Direct Reports
- Hiring & Staffing
- Developing Direct Reports
AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations:
- Ability to adhere with AVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy.
- Ability to adhere with AVMC Leaves of Absence Policy.
- Ability to adhere with AVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy.
- Ability to adhere to the department dress code.
- Ability to organize work and establish priorities.
- Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties.
- Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards.
- Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters.
- Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff.
- Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVMC.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information.
- Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations.
- Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties.
- Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures.
- Conforms with required and appropriate accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines.
- Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education.
- Display a willingness to work as a team player.
- Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times.
- Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVMC Board of Directors.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies.
- Ability to follow the Code of Conduct.
- Work performed in hospital environment.
- Work often in tight conditions and on ladders.
- Work often requires lifting up to 20 lbs.
- Extended office/computer work.
Education and Experience:
Education
Education
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Management desired.
- 5 years of proven Engineering Healthcare experience – Required (acute care setting – Preferred).
- 5 years proven Building Maintenance experience – Required (acute care setting – Preferred).
- 2 years’ Supervisory experience – Required (acute care setting – Preferred).
