Engineering Supervisor

About us: For the past 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted name in the community, striving for excellence and delivering professional and compassionate care. Our dedicated staff of approximately 475 employees has a heart for healthcare and realizes how precious the gift of good health can be.

Stephens County Hospital is a 96-bed acute care hospital located in Toccoa, Georgia. We are nestled in the beautiful foothills of Northeast Georgia where our family-oriented community offers many cultural and civic opportunities as well as numerous outdoor activities.

Stephens County Hospital is a member of the Georgia Hospital Association, American Hospital Association and Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals. Stephens County Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission, the nation’s premier healthcare monitoring agency.

Full Time - Day Shift

The Engineering Supervisor is responsible for all hospital physical plant activities involving maintenance equipment and related machinery and all similar equipment located in the various Stephens County Hospital areas and buildings. Assists the Manager with all program procedures to meet all section responsibilities in the area of facility services.

Education:

Requires an Associate's degree.

High school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience in hospital facilities operations in a health care setting can substitute on a year for year basis for required education.

Experience:

Require a minimum of two (2) years of progressively complex experience (troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, design, and modification) as a hospital-based engineer technician.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated leadership skills/qualifications.
Familiarity with codes applicable to field and industry.
Five (5) years of experience with hospital plant operations.
Knowledge of codes and CMS standards.
Knowledge of computers and related software (Windows Operating Systems).
Proficiency in written and verbal communication.
The ability to work with and direct members of existing team with the ability to lead and direct multiple projects.
The ability to work with no supervision.
Two (2) years of prior leadership experience.
Working knowledge of hand tools pertinent to trade(s).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrates specific knowledge of trade practices, codes and requirements for responsible section.
Demonstrates through accepted code and trade related industry standards, sufficient working knowledge of trade is evident and practiced.
Leads, directs, and aids the section staff in the operation and maintenance of all equipment and any similar equipment located at the Stephens County Hospital properties. Makes sure that any equipment vital to acute areas’ is not removed from service at a critical time.
Schedules daily work assignments and follows-up on various assignments so that all work is completed in pre-determined time parameters.
All scheduled PM work is completed on time and departmental schedules are met.
Administers and documents all necessary certification and testing programs, including health related section maintenance activities which are required by Joint Commission and other certifying agencies.
Ensures all ICRA related reports, set-up work and documentation are completed.
Ensures all records for job are completed and filed within database as necessary.
Assists in the generation of annual service contracts with the various vendors.
Oversees the management of the activities of all assigned section staff.
Communicates to employees clearly and concisely responsibilities and duties for scheduled assignments.
Maintains full coverage of all shifts following department guidelines and hospital policies.
Ensures all scheduled PM is complete and records are available (as evidenced by PM records).
Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.
Ensures new employees are sufficiently trained to properly answer calls and trouble shoot by using proper and proven practices.
Orders and stocks necessary parts allowing most for emergency repairs and scheduled PM's to be completed and within budgetary requirements.
Stays current with technical advancements and code changes relating to the proper operation and maintenance of equipment responsible for.
Systems are maintained and updated as necessary to maintain code compliance, efficient operation and safety.
Demonstrates ability to function well alone.
While performing duties, interacts in a professional manner with fellow employees, patients, staff and visitors and maintains work related confidentiality as required.
Reports to work in clean, neat, standard attire daily.
Assists Manager with Call and adheres to schedule..
Responds to Hospital calls within a reasonable amount of time.
Demonstrates proficient knowledge of computer programs used by department and supports administrative and departmental decisions, changes and programs.
Utilizes standard Microsoft Office programs and departmental specific programs.
Assists in the development of strategies designed to enhance and implement performance improvement programs that Impact Care.
Supports hospital decisions and offers explanations to employees during times of change.
Maintains all mandatory safety and training programs, lectures and seminars as required per hospital policy.
Attends meetings as scheduled.
Maintains and develops section required documentation accurately and legibly.
Assist Manager in employee and departmental payroll needs as required.
Assists with policies both departmental and corporate as required for code compliance during year.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to compile, code and categorize, or verify information/data
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situation
Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitude
Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Non-Essential Functions:

Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Professional Requirements:

Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
Complete annual education requirements.
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Report to work on time and as scheduled.
Wear identification while on duty.
Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as needed.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

Ability to Hear (with/without aid) – able to hear alarms/telephone/ normal speaking voice/webinars (0-33%)
Ability to see – clarity of vision (both near and far) either corrected on non-corrected, ability to distinguish colors (34-66%)
Have good manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination (34-66%)
Sitting – continuously within the shift (34-66%)
Standing – frequently within the shift (67-100%)
Walking – frequently within the shift (34-66%)
Climbing – occasionally within the shift (34-66%)
Bending/stooping – frequently within the shift (0-33%)
Twist at the waist – occasionally with the shift (0-33%)
Electrical hazards – frequently within the shift (0-33%%)
Lift/carry – 20lbs with assistance – occasionally within the shift (34-67%)
Reaching above the shoulders – frequently within the shift (34-67%)
Lift/carry – 50lbs with assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
Wet hazards (34-66%)

Stephens County Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, carrier status or any other legally protected status

marie.culver@stephenscountyhospital.com