Maintenance Supervisor

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected health care management companies operating through its subsidiary acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 90,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence, and compassion.

Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services is a robust, free-standing psychiatric hospital offering dedicated services to adolescents and adults from the surrounding Birmingham community. With an average census of 150 patients, Hill Crest features acute inpatient, residential, and group home settings.

Alabama Clinical Schools has been a behavioral healthcare provider in the Birmingham area for over 20 years. Our treatment services range from intensive residential treatment for males ages 9-18 to therapeutic foster care. Our RISE and Specialized Therapeutic Foster Care programs for boys are the only programs of their kind in the State of Alabama. Our mission is simple: to enrich the lives of at risk youth and their families by delivering quality behavioral and educational services while fostering a safe transition to the community.

We are currently seeking a Maintence Supervisor to join our team. This position is responsible for the oversight and daily operations of the Facilities Maintenance department, ensuring a safe and functional physical environment for patients, employees, and visitors. The Director of Plant Operations maintains the facility grounds, inside and outside; completes routine plumbing, HVAC, and electrical maintenance and responds to building alarms and codes; ensures timely completion on all facility work orders, maintains facility safety, and ensures that the facility meets all codes and regulations as required by the State of Alabama, The Joint Commission, and all other regulatory bodies.

This opportunity offers the following:

• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

What do our current employees value at UHS?

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Hill Crest Behavioral Health is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for leadership development at Hill Crest Behavioral Health. Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Attributes of a successful employee:

• Hard working and dependable
• Ability to learn quickly
• Desire to succeed and grow in their role
• Supportive of teamwork- it takes a village

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

• High School diploma or equivalent required; some college or trade school preferred
• A minimum of 3-5 years general maintenance experience required; knowledge of building trades - plumbing, electric, flooring, carpentry, etc.
• Certifications in various trades preferable (plumbing, HVAC (basic and advanced), journey license, use of fire extinguisher, and first aid.
• Must have certifications/permits required by the State of Alabama to performs job duties.
• Demonstrated skill in planning, organizing, and achieving objectives.
• Recognized ability to lead and motivate staff.
• Knowledge of hospital and/or health care as related to JCAHO and regulatory standards, and able to communicate and educate staff on these issues is helpful.
• Must possess good interpersonal communication skills, the ability to assume responsibility, make appropriate decisions, and be discreet in business dealings.
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision over daily tasks and be available for on-call
• Basic computer skill desirable

DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

The following description covers the most significant duties performed, but does not exclude other work assignments not mentioned.

• Plan, schedule, and supervise maintenance personnel in the completion of their duties.
• Assist Director in interviewing, selection and evaluation of applicants.
• Assess training needs of the maintenance staff and coordinate and schedule appropriate safety and skills training.
• Estimate job requirements, including staffing, equipment, materials and supplies for designated work area.
• Monitors work activity levels to ensure proper staffing and other resources are properly allocated.
• Perform regular walk-throughs and checks to ensure the quality of the facility is being upheld
• Assists Director to manage contractors in assigned work areas.
• Procures parts and services for area of responsibility.
• Oversees the safe operation and use of various types of mechanical and power driven equipment.
• Maintains functions and reliability of facility systems and equipment by implementing a preventive maintenance program; operating and testing systems and equipment; restoring, repairing, rebuilding, or replacing faulty or inoperative components and parts.
• Inspects maintenance equipment throughout the Hospital to ensure that the maintenance objectives of the department are being fully realized.
• Responds to and resolves inquiries and complaints from the patients, staff, and other populations.
• Maintains safety and health standards to ensure compliance with TJC, local, state, and federal codes and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to work long hours
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors in direct sunlight
• Ability to remain focused and alert
• Ability to write
• Ability to effectively communicate
• Ability to see (sufficient to read documentation and instructions, handwritten and typewritten material)
• Ability to hear (faulty bearings, etc.)
• Ability to detect potential or actual safety hazards (smoke, chemicals and other environmental threats)
• Ability to stand up from floor without assistance
• Ability to stoop and bend body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist
• Ability to reach above head level and work
• Ability to perform physical aspects of CPR
• Ability to lift or move approximately 50 pounds
• Ability to climb a ladder and work from elevated heights

EEO Statement

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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