Vanguard Resources, Inc., (VRI), is recruiting for a full-time, salaried/exempt, Healthcare Facilities Maintenance Director/Safety Officer to support 2 client sites, located in Harlingen and Brownsville, Texas.

Summary >>>

The Healthcare Facilities Maintenance Director/Safety Officer supervises, directs, or assists in the performance of repairs and replacement/installations related to the buildings, grounds and physical plant of the Hospital and associated buildings; other key organizational and departmental initiatives; as well as the leadership oversight of assigned departments and projects. Develops and implements appropriate plans to productively move assigned efforts forward; tracks, monitors and reports results of efforts to ensure accountability. Supports, coaches and mentors staff and other leaders to improve organizational understanding and related performance.

Who we are >>>

Vanguard Resources, Inc. (VRI), in operations for over 27 years, and STILL family owned & operated, is an industry-leader in integrated facilities management and maintenance. Vanguard Resources supports businesses in healthcare, higher education, industrial, manufacturing, and government by establishing maintenance plans for lengthening the life of facilities and building assets. Since 1996, our clients have depended on VRI to manage all routine facility maintenance needs including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs in order to eliminate expensive third parties. With our personalized approach, our team of on-site experts solve the customer’s complex building challenges with innovative facility solutions tailored to each unique need. We know facilities! We are an outsourced facilities management provider of the resources and expertise needed to maintain and manage facilities so our client/customer can focus on the business.

IMPORTANT: selected candidate MUST be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen & criminal background check, and conduct pre-employment health screenings required to work in a hospital setting.

Essential Duties >>>

• Serves as the Hospital’s Safety Officer and EOC Chairperson.
• Inspects projects and repairs to ensure the Hospital’s compliance with all governmental and The Joint Commission requirements.
• Assists or manages small Hospital projects completed by maintenance, and/or contractors.
• Follows The Joint Commission Standards, Federal and State regulatory requirements, the company’s policies and programs and holds staff accountable to know the same.
• Responsible for Facilities Department budget and reporting.
• Provides leadership oversight for assigned departments and projects.
• Develops, reviews and updates related policies and procedures to guide key organizational activities.
• Actively involved in moving assigned projects forward using standardized tools and methods.
• Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing learning and growth as a leader; and a commitment to coaching others into their highest levels of performance.

Other Duties >>>

• Complies with Vanguard Resources, hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Aligns actions with organizational systems, processes and values.
• Accountable for accurate and timely follow up with assigned projects and tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Knowledge >>>

• Ability to effectively and collaboratively support and interact with customers and co-workers in a positive and courteous manner, especially during challenging situations.
• Ability to function independently and work effectively with staff, medical staff, vendors, contractors and support agencies.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English efficiently to perform duties of the position.
• Possess flexibility and ability to maintain regular predictable attendance and punctuality and work extended hours as needed.
• Possess the ability to deal tactfully and responsibly with hospital personnel, patients, family members, physicians, visitors, government agencies / personnel and the general public.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of Joint Commission, NFPA, OSHA, and all government codes and regulations.
• Ability to read, understand and follow electro/mechanical and building schematic diagrams and blueprints.
• Demonstrate computer proficiency in using programs, word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Demonstrates the ability to prepare and maintain the proper activities, files, and processes to meet the standards of the foregoing regulations with acceptable results.
• Ability to make independent decisions, problem solve, and analyze quantitative information.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, logic and reasoning, attention to detail, and agility with respect to the nuances of complex and dynamic human interactions in carrying out job duties.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates knowledge of advanced organizational leadership skills and principles.

Education >>>

High school education or equivalent.

CHEP/CHFM preferred

Qualifications >>>

• 5-7 years of experience in facilities/maintenance/plant operations.
  • Prior hospital/healthcare experience is required!
• Five (5) years managerial experience.
• Demonstrated career progression of expanded leadership responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Office.

EEO >>>

Vanguard Resources is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.