Job Abstract

The Plant Ops Manager in coordination with the Plant Ops Director creates a collaborative work environment that ensures the health and safety of the residents, staff and visitors; works in accordance with established policies and procedures and/or specific instructions from the Plant Operations Director. He/she may assume the duties of the Director of Plant Operations, when delegated; may be on call and can be assigned special projects.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Works with the Plant Operations Director in regard to the recruitment, management, development, evaluation, and discharge of personnel, in conformance with company, local, and state policies.
• Responsible for performing, coordinating, and supervising all aspects of preventive and predictive maintenance to protect and maintain the buildings, equipment and utility systems in an efficient, cost effective and expedient manner.
• Maintains and works with management to implement new work standards, policies, procedures, methods, and rules.
• Works with management in the conception and development of policies, procedures, regulations and program planning.
• Works with the Plant Operations Director and other management team members to implement and update the organizational plan to meet the needs of the facility.
• Ensures the sound fiscal operation of the facility that includes contributing to the development and monitoring of the operating budget.
• Provides administrative leadership and management for the facility and acts on behalf of the Plant Operations Director during absences, which may include but is not limited to approving payroll timecards, coding and approving invoices.
• Proficient in the knowledge of State and Federal Regulations, and Acts, Laws and Regulations pertaining to Continuing Care Facilities.
• Ensures the operational needs of all buildings and facilities located at the facility are attained through the training and motivation of all associates.
• Ensures compliance with established corporate quality standards.
• Works in cooperation with the Plant Operations Director in regard to community and state outreach as required, expanding networks with local and public organizations and educating residents.
• Responsible for unit turnover to Marketing Standards for re-occupancy within guidelines.
• Completion of additional tasks and projects as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Thorough knowledge of plant operations and plant engineering.
• Prior experience in construction and working with subcontractors preferred.
• 5 years minimum experience in plant engineering and/or trades such as plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, refrigeration, ground maintenance, masonry and maintenance.
• 3 years budgeting accountability a plus.
• 3 years supervisory experience required.
• Knowledge of state & federal regulations required.
• Knowledge of Title 22 and NFPA 101: Life Safety Code preferred.
• Strong organizational, computer, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a passion for providing excellent customer service.

CRITICAL FUNCTION:

This position is essential to the safety of our residents and staff, and to the operation and function of The Glen at Scripps Ranch. Employee may be recalled reporting to work for an emergency, unusual occurrence, resident care need, visit from regulatory/governing agencies or any other event deemed necessary by the Administrator, Executive Director and designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Moderate to heavy physical effort; may be exposed to the elements (heat, cold, rain, snow); work in area with high voltage electricity, hazardous equipment and moving parts; work on roof top and other high places; ability to set up and climb ladders safely with tools and equipment necessary for assigned work; must be able to lift 80 pounds; must be able to walk, stand and stoop for an extended period of time (over 80% of the time); exposure to a variety of chemicals and dust daily; may be exposed to the HBV and HIV viruses. May be exposed to cleaning chemicals and offensive odors.