Hospital Utility Shutdown Manager — Ops & Maintenance

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medical Center Operations & Maintenance is seeking a Utility Shutdown Manager to oversee planned shutdowns at Seattle’s premier medical center. The role requires coordinating with hospital administration, field staff, and external vendors to minimize disruption while ensuring safety and compliance.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in project engineering/management or utility shutdowns, with strong Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing knowledge and experience working in occupied healthcare

Qualifications

• 5+ years minimum experience as a project engineer, project manager or in utility shutdowns for general contractor, hospital, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working within occupied healthcare facilities required. Strong Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing knowledge and experience required.
• The hiring process will consist of a scored evaluation and oral review of the applicant’s training and experience and knowledge of standard practices relating to Utility Shutdowns.

Responsibilities

• Process, schedule and coordinate utility shutdown requests.
• Managing maintenance and repair projects.
• Oversight of onsite 3rd party vendors.
• Identify needs via field investigations and staff interviews.
• Notify affected parties of utility shutdown impacts.
• Document and report issues on project sites as well as any maintenance concerns resultant from construction projects to the Facility Project Manager.
• Responds to client concerns regarding utility shutdowns to maintain client relations and provide outstanding customer service.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Job description

Job Description

The University of Medical Center Operations & Maintenance has an outstanding opportunity for a Utility Shutdown Manager. Bring your building operations, general, mechanical and/or electrical contractor experience to manage planned utility shutdowns at Seattle's premier medical center!

Job Description

The University of Medical Center Operations & Maintenance has an outstanding opportunity for a Utility Shutdown Manager. Bring your building operations, general, mechanical and/or electrical contractor experience to manage planned utility shutdowns at Seattle's premier medical center!

WORK SCHEDULE

100% FTE

Monday – Friday

Day Shift

No telework; Onsite

Occasionally works off-hours to coordinate and monitor pre-scheduled utility shutdowns

Department Description

UW Medical Center Operations & Maintenance Department provides 24-hour service call and operations coverage, emergency response to utility disruptions, repairs to building ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, plumbing, architectural, electrical and lighting systems, preventive maintenance, planning and coordination of utility system shutdowns.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Manages planned utility impacts for University of Washington Medical Center Montlake and Northwest campuses.
• Opportunity to move into leadership and work directly with hospital administration
• Reports to the Facility Project Manager of Operations & Maintenance and will process, coordinate, monitor, and assist with utility shutdowns as needed for construction and maintenance
  
  

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Process, schedule and coordinate utility shutdown requests
• Managing maintenance and repair projects
• Oversight of onsite 3rd party vendors
• Identify needs via field investigations and staff interviews
• Notify affected parties of utility shutdown impacts
• Document and report issues on project sites as well as any maintenance concerns resultant from construction projects to the Facility Project Manager
• Responds to client concerns regarding utility shutdowns to maintain client relations and provide outstanding customer service
  
  

Requirements

• 5+ years minimum experience as a project engineer, project manager or in utility shutdowns for general contractor, hospital, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working within occupied healthcare facilities required Strong Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing knowledge and experience required
• The hiring process will consist of a scored evaluation and oral review of the applicant’s training and experience and knowledge of standard practices relating to Utility Shutdowns
  
  

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$102,000.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum

$129,000.00 annual

Benefits

Other Compensation:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

Not Applicable

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.