Facilities Equipment Manager

Description

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is hiring a Facilities Equipment Manager in Gainesville, FL.

You’ll directly supervise a team of skilled technicians across multiple locations, including team members based out of state. You’ll also manage fixed and critical equipment across LifeSouth centers, from selection and maintenance to performance tracking and replacement planning.

• Set expectations for direct reports, assign and prioritize repair work, and follow up on quality and timely completion
• Coach and train technicians on equipment troubleshooting and repair
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs for critical equipment
• Review the performance of critical equipment repair vendors annually
• Partner with Quality Assurance and Operations to ensure equipment is repaired and validated on time
• Ensure preventive maintenance is completed on schedule and documented in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Audit and reconcile equipment records in the CMMS and NetSuite annually
• Work with the Director of Facilities to prioritize equipment replacements and allocate resources
• Stay current on industry practices and recommend improvements to the equipment management program
• Operate a company vehicle as needed and travel up to 25% for equipment and site inspections

• Associate degree in a relevant field
• At least one year of experience supervising direct reports, including assigning work, providing feedback, and managing performance
• At least three years of experience in equipment or facilities management, which may include experience in an engineering or technician role overseeing preventive maintenance, coordinating equipment repairs, and managing repair vendors
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet and maintain LifeSouth’s driver eligibility requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, Project, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of equipment lifecycle management practices and HVAC, electrical, and mechanical repairs
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA and NFPA guidelines for equipment use and repair
• Experience developing and tracking budgets
• Ability to interpret equipment contracts, plans, and warranties
• Ability to work independently and coordinate competing priorities as schedules change

• Hands-on technical repair experience
• Universal HVAC Technician certification
• Commercial driver’s license (CDL)

LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 45 donor centers, 55 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our LifeSouth team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need.

To provide a safe blood supply that meets or exceeds the needs in each community we serve, and to provide a variety of services in support of ongoing and emerging blood and transfusion related activities.

The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.

LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). LifeSouth is an E-Verify employer.

If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.

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