State Of Arizona Flagstaff , AZ 86002
Posted 2 months ago
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES
For Veterans and those who care for them.
PHYSICAL PLANT SUPERVISOR
Job Location:
Address:
Arizona State Veterans' Home
2100 North Gemini Road
Flagstaff, Arizona 86004
Posting Details:
Salary: Up to $26.40/Hour (DOE)
Grade: 20
Closing Date: May 31, 2024
Job Summary:
Do you have experience in Physical Plant Management? Are you looking for a rewarding career where you will make an impact? The Arizona State Veterans' Home in Flagstaff is looking for you!
Arizona State Veterans' Home
As the Physical Plant Supervisor, you'll be entrusted with the crucial task of ensuring that our facilities are not only operational but also exceed the standards of health, safety and comfort. Your leadership will ensure that our buildings, systems and grounds are maintained impeccably aligning with our commitment to providing a top-notch environment for the veterans' we serve.
Your Impact:
Operational Excellence: Ensure the seamless day-to-day functioning of the Engineering Department, managing maintenance, repairs, and operations of the building, utilities, equipment and grounds.
Compliance and Safety: Oversee adherence to physical plant health and safety codes/standards, including compliance with National Fire Protection Association requirements and regulations for healthcare occupancies.
Regulatory Alignment: Guarantee that all aspects of the physical plant operations meet Federal, State and VA Nursing Home regulations affecting job functions, ensuring a safe and compliant environment.
Innovation and Improvement: Embrace and implement the Arizona Management System (AMS) methods, utilizing AMS concepts and tools for continuous improvement, problem solving and enhancing work/process efficiencies.
Why join Us?
Impactful work: Play a direct role in enhancing the living and care environment of veterans' contributing to their comfort and well-being.
Professional Growth: Thrive in a role that offers diverse challenges and opportunities for learning and advancement in facility management
Supportive Community: Join a team dedicated to service and excellence in an environment that values innovation and efficiency
Job Duties:
As the Physical Plant Supervisor you will:
Plan, organize and supervise the maintenance activities/projects of the Arizona State Veteran Home ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations and facility policies and procedures.
Maintain required records; prepare reports.
Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for the both the building and grounds.
Conduct continuous inspections and reviews of maintenance procedures, assignments and projects, ensuring that all preventive maintenance and repairs occur to keep the facility and equipment in sound working condition; conducts inspections of the grounds to ensure that they are properly and safely maintained.
Supervise subordinate staff to ensure the goals and objectives of the work unit are met.
Plan, organize, assign and review the work of the maintenance staff.
Oversee Engineering personnel issues and tasks.
Supervise all building and/or grounds alterations and new construction projects.
Coordinate with state consultants, as appropriate.
Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with contract requirements and acceptability of work.
Develop, document and implement safety plans to include disaster plans/drills, fire safety inspections and fire drills.
Assist in projecting budget for maintenance operation.
Provide input concerning needs for supplies, personnel, utility requirements and contractual services.
Submit improvement requests to Administrator.
Ensure all state procurement rules are followed; works within budget parameters and monitors expenditures.
Supervise the state owned vehicle fleet to ensure appropriate usage and proper maintenance.
Actively involved in AMS processes such as huddle boards, problem-solving, job breakdown sheets, success tracking, and standardized work.
Serves on committees and attends related meetings.
Complete special projects, as assigned
Consult with department and facility managers relative to program objectives, staffing and equipment needs, budget, operational policies and procedures, and management issues.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
Rules, regulations, policies, procedures of the division and work section
Applicable survey regulations and standards
Physical plant operation, maintenance and repair
Methods and practices of remodeling and construction
Traditional trade and mechanical fields
Grounds maintenance
State Personnel Rules
Safety practices and building codes
Estimating, costing, budgeting and ordering materials
Skill in:
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Interpreting/reading plans, specifications and blueprints
Analyzing and solving problems concerning maintenance and repair issues
Working with computers; basic level
Record keeping
Report writing
Basic math
Supervising staff
Ability to:
Assess the needs for repairs or preventive maintenance and to develop plans for these projects
Accurately estimate building costs and material requirements
Operate construction equipment and power tools
Plan, delegate, review work of others
Train others
Learn and implement AMS methods and concepts
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Current Negative TB skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last twelve months or a written statement from a physician, physician's assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from Tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or Tuberculosis
Must be able to obtain and retain a fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety
This position requires the ability to drive on State business. Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see A.AC. R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Veterans' Services offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Referral Incentives available for qualifying positions
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
Contact Us:
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Human Resources at recruiting@azdvs.gov and 602.781.7032 for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
State Of Arizona