Plant Manager

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Functional Title: Plant Manager
Job Title: Manager I - Plant Manager
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: General Admin
Posting Number: 21279
Closing Date: 11/09/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Healthcare Support
Salary Range: $5,500.00- $7,761.50
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location: Panhandle State Hospital
Job Location City: AMARILLO
Job Location Address: 6610 W AMARILLO BLVD
Other Locations: Amarillo
MOS Codes: 0203,0207,0302,0520,0602,0802,1802,5502,6302,6502,7202,7208,7210,7220,111X,112X,113X,114X,16GX,41AX
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Brief Job Description:

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 teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Manager I (Plant Manager) perform 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 moderate supervision, with limited 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 (EJFs):

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.

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. Compiles and distributes project information, project status reports, and project budget expenditures to leadership.

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 to establish, maintain, and continually provide a reliable utility systems management program to promote a safe, controlled, and comfortable environment of care for patients, visitors, and personnel at the facility by the assessment and minimalization of risks of utility failures and to ensure the operational reliability of the utility systems.

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.

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 and Abilities (KSAs):

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

Skills in written and verbal communication

Skills in developing and maintaining working partnerships with all areas of the facility.

Skills in conducting performance evaluations and developing staff.

Skills in developing building/floor plans.

Skills in reading and developing construction plans and requests.

Ability to develop, interpret, and use data in decision making.

Ability to develop staff and maintain an effective working culture.

Ability to use software for floor plans such as Microsoft Visio and AutoCAD

Ability to use a computer and applicable software (i.e. Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)

Ability to work with and manage contractors.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

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’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

Licensure, certification, or registration in one of the four (4) specialty fields (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry) preferred.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a related field (such as trade school certification in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, or Carpentry) is generally preferred and a minimum of six months experience required

OR

Associate degree and a minimum of twenty-four months’ experience required

OR

No degree and a minimum of forty-eight months’ experience such as trade school certification in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, or Carpentry)

AND

Five years’ experience in a leadership position managing multiple maintenance functions or shops.

Additional Information:

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, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). 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 and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 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.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans :

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS 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 View phone number on aiapply.co. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.