Assistant Manager Plant Operations

Summary

Responsible for overseeing and managing the operation, maintenance, and repair of physical infrastructure and utility systems. This position ensures the smooth functioning of facilities and plays a critical role in providing a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Supervise and coordinate the maintenance and repair activities for the hospital's buildings, mechanical systems, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and other infrastructure components.

• Manage the operation and maintenance of the hospital's utility systems, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, power distribution, water supply, and waste management.
• Ensure the proper functioning and upkeep of all facility-related equipment, such as generators, boilers, chillers, and elevators.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards, conducting regular inspections and audits to maintain a safe and compliant environment.
• Develop and manage the facilities engineering budget, tracking expenses, and identifying cost‑saving opportunities while maintaining high‑quality standards.
• Lead and supervise a team of facilities technicians and engineers, providing guidance, training, and support to maintain a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program to proactively address potential issues and extend the lifespan of facility equipment.
• Coordinate and oversee facility improvement projects, renovations, and upgrades, ensuring timely completion and minimal disruption to hospital operations.

High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes.

• Personal Driver's License (Massachusetts) - Massachusetts Division of Motor Vehicles preferred

• Facilities Maintenance/Mechanical Engineering Experience 5‑7 years required, and Supervisory/Leadership Experience 2‑3 years preferred

• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, utilities, and mechanical equipment, as well as experience with building automation and energy management systems.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead and motivate a team, make decisions, and resolve complex facility-related issues.
• Familiarity with building codes, safety regulations, environmental standards, and other relevant healthcare compliance requirements (Joint Commission).
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities to address facility-related challenges effectively.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with staff, vendors, and hospital leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a fast‑paced hospital environment.

• Standing Constantly (67‑100%)
• Walking Constantly (67‑100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Pushing Frequently (34‑66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34‑66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67‑100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34‑66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67‑100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34‑66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67‑100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67‑100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67‑100%)
• Talking Constantly (67‑100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67‑100%)

North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.