OPS Manager/Engineer-Day (Plant)

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health seeks an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee maintenance and facilities across our hospital network. The role directs the Engineering Department, planning and supervising HVAC, electrical, fire alarm systems, and grounds to ensure safe, compliant operations.

You will manage multiple sites, oversee labor/material controls, train staff on safety, and uphold Life Safety Code and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering/management/business or related field required.
• Five plus years hospital or related work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Life Safety Code and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and supervise Engineering Department/Service activities to maintain hospital facilities and systems.
• Manage multiple site operations; administer labor and material controls.
• Train maintenance personnel on safety and ensure effective management practices.
• Maintain effective communication across all organizational levels and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Analytical

Mathematics

Communication

MS Word

MS Excel

Typing

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering/Management/Business or related field

Bachelor's degree in Business preferred

CHFM certification or other related licenses/certifications

Tools

CMMS Access

Job description

About Us

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well‑being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

JOB SUMMARY

Exhibit a strong, self motivated work ethic. Possess the effectiveness to plan, organize, direct and supervise assigned activities of the Engineering Department/Service function which are necessary in maintaining the physical structure, HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems, fire alarm systems, utilities and grounds of the hospital in and operative and safe working condition. This position may have the need to manage multiple site operations. Be accountable to the Director for planning and maintaining an effective organization, for administering labor and material controls, for training of maintenance personnel on safety and for effective management practices. Have effective communication skills at all organizational levels; possess knowledge of the Life Safety Code and Regulatory Compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: Associates Degree in Engineering, Management, Business or a related field. Bachelor's degree in Business preferred. Certified Healthcare Facility Manager/CHFM, HVAC, Electrical, Stationary Engineering or other certification/licenses preferred
• Work Experience (Years and Area): Five plus years hospital or related work experience preferred, familiar with healthcare operations, Budgeting, Regulatory Agency Requirements such as TJC, DNV, TDSHS, CARF, and NFPA
• Management Experience (Years and Area): Five plus years experiences of supervisory level in engineering maintenance.
• Equipment Operated: Valid Texas Drivers License preferred.

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact); Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking); Writing /Composing: Correspondence / Reports
• Other Skills: Analytical; Mathematics; Typing; P.C.; MS Word; MS Excel; CMMS Access
• Work Schedule: Flexible; Travel
• Other Requirements: Extended education and knowledge of utility systems, MEPF, Infrastructure, (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire protection), Other licenses such as Boiler operator preferred.