Facilities Manager

Facilities ManagerJoin our team as a Facilities Manager in Tyler, TX.Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare BetterThrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.Get to Know Your Team:UT Health East Texas is comprised of 10 hospitals, more than 90 clinics, nearly 7,000 employees and over 1,000 licensed inpatient beds. UT Health East Texas provides healthcare services through our hospitals, clinics, Level 1 trauma facility, air emergency fleet and EMS service.ResponsibilitiesLead and supervise facilities maintenance and plant operations, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating daily maintenance activities.Supervise and provide direction to maintenance and skilled trades staff, including maintenance mechanics, HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, painters, and carpenters.Coordinate preventive maintenance, building repairs, equipment repairs, installations, and utility system maintenance.Train, develop, and provide day-to-day direction to assigned staff, escalating personnel matters to the Director of Plant Services as appropriate.Partner with department leaders to prioritize and schedule maintenance, repair, and facility improvement projects while minimizing disruption to operations.Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers and assist with purchasing parts, equipment, supplies, and materials needed for maintenance and repairs.Provide responsive customer service to departments and facility leaders by addressing maintenance needs and supporting timely resolution of facility-related concerns.Participate on hospital committees and collaborate with leadership on facility operations and maintenance priorities.QualificationsJob Requirements:High School diploma or equivalentCompletion of an apprenticeship program in one or more skilled trades or equivalentEight (8) or more years of experience in building repairs and maintenance, minor electrical and plumbing maintenance, as well as general mechanical repairs and general maintenanceTwo (2) years of experience in hospital maintenanceValid Texas Driver's LicensePreferred Job Requirements:Associate degree preferredSupervisory training or experience