Facilities Manager

Ardent Health Services; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Tyler, TX is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee hospital facility maintenance, plant operations, and building systems across designated UT Health East Texas facilities. Lead skilled trades staff, coordinate preventive maintenance, and manage facility projects to ensure safe, reliable healthcare operations.

You will supervise technicians, collaborate with department leaders, and coordinate with vendors to support timely repairs and improvements while maintaining

Qualifications

• Eight (8) or more years of experience in building repairs and maintenance
• Two (2) years of experience in hospital maintenance
• Completion of an apprenticeship program in one or more skilled trades or equivalent
• High School diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise facilities maintenance and plant operations, including planning and scheduling daily activities
• Supervise maintenance and skilled trades staff (HVAC, electricians, plumbers, painters, carpenters)
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, and facility projects
• Train and develop staff, escalating personnel matters to the Director of Plant Services as appropriate
• Partner with department leaders to prioritize maintenance and facility improvement projects with minimal disruption
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors; assist with purchasing parts and materials
• Provide responsive customer service to departments and facility leaders for maintenance needs
• Participate on hospital committees and collaborate on facility operations priorities

Skills

Supervisory experience

HVAC knowledge

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing maintenance

Project coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship in skilled trades

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a Facilities Manager in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health East Texas is comprised of 10 hospitals, more than 90 clinics, nearly 7,000 employees and over 1,000 licensed inpatient beds. UT Health East Texas provides healthcare services through our hospitals, clinics, Level 1 trauma facility, air emergency fleet and EMS service.

Responsibilities

The Facilities Manager oversees the planning, scheduling, and day-to-day operations of facility maintenance, plant operations, building systems, equipment, and utilities across designated UT Health East Texas facilities. This role leads maintenance and skilled trades staff while coordinating preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, and facility projects to support safe, reliable, and efficient healthcare operations.

• Lead and supervise facilities maintenance and plant operations, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating daily maintenance activities.
• Supervise and provide direction to maintenance and skilled trades staff, including maintenance mechanics, HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, painters, and carpenters.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, building repairs, equipment repairs, installations, and utility system maintenance.
• Train, develop, and provide day-to-day direction to assigned staff, escalating personnel matters to the Director of Plant Services as appropriate.
• Partner with department leaders to prioritize and schedule maintenance, repair, and facility improvement projects while minimizing disruption to operations.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers and assist with purchasing parts, equipment, supplies, and materials needed for maintenance and repairs.
• Provide responsive customer service to departments and facility leaders by addressing maintenance needs and supporting timely resolution of facility-related concerns.
• Participate on hospital committees and collaborate with leadership on facility operations and maintenance priorities.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an apprenticeship program in one or more skilled trades or equivalent
• Eight (8) or more years of experience in building repairs and maintenance, minor electrical and plumbing maintenance, as well as general mechanical repairs and general maintenance
• Two (2) years of experience in hospital maintenance
• Valid Texas Driver's License

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Associate degree preferred
• Supervisory training or experience