The Nemours Foundation
Manager, Facility Safety and Plant Operations
The Nemours Foundation, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Manager, Facility Safety and Plant Operations
Job Description
Manager of Plant Operations
The manager of plant operations maintains the equipment and systems in accordance with all applicable regulations and the director's guidelines. Responsible for the operation, testing and maintenance of HVAC systems, electrical distribution system, generators, electrical switchgear, boilers, steam distribution, fire protection systems, medical air compressors, vacuum pumps, medical gas distribution, water distribution, sewer systems, elevators and building controls. Assists with maintaining a library of building plans and operation manuals for facility.
Responsible for repairing, maintaining and operating the equipment and systems throughout the facility, i.e. emergency power supply, HVAC, steam distribution, fire protection, medical gas, and all other essential systems to current applicable codes and standard.
Leads and supervises the electric shop, HVAC shop, plumbers, and other employees responsible for specific systems and equipment.
Responsible for maintaining the operation of the facilities building automation system.
Schedules, coordinates, and supervises outside contractors performing repairs and testing on equipment and systems.
Responsible for identifying and initiating actions to resolve mechanical and electrical issues/problems.
Maintains a library of building plans and operating manuals for the facility.
Interfaces with the Construction Management department for coordination of work in the facility.
Develops training and educational opportunities for staff related to equipment and systems.
Responsible for the hospital's Utility Management program as it relates to Joint Commission.
Manages and maintains the department's operating budget on a monthly basis.
Manages direct reports schedules to accommodate the needs of the organization.
Maintains documentation for operating and capital budgets and participates in developing budgets.
Job Requirements
Minimum 5 years' experience in health care facilities management, environmental safety, life safety, and emergency management.
CHFM, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, HVAC, Medical Gas Certifications and Licenses preferred.
Other preferred skills include a working knowledge of Central Energy Plant; Emergency Power Systems; and Medical Gas Systems.
Knowledge of but not limited to CMS, AHCA, TJC, OSHA, Life Safety Codes, building codes, and safety standards.
Building management and automation systems, building maintenance programs, computer and technology skills and financial management skills are also helpful. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs – Word; Outlook; Excel.
Education: High School Diploma
About Us Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized children’s health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children’s and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us atwww.nemours.org .
Warning: It has come to our attention that fraudulent individuals are contacting people offering false job opportunities from Nemours Children’s Health. Learn More.
Job Info
Job Identification 17437
Job Category Facilities
Posting Date 12/15/2025, 02:23 PM
Degree Level Some College
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 6535 Nemours Parkway, Orlando, FL, 32827, US (On-site)
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The manager of plant operations maintains the equipment and systems in accordance with all applicable regulations and the director's guidelines. Responsible for the operation, testing and maintenance of HVAC systems, electrical distribution system, generators, electrical switchgear, boilers, steam distribution, fire protection systems, medical air compressors, vacuum pumps, medical gas distribution, water distribution, sewer systems, elevators and building controls. Assists with maintaining a library of building plans and operation manuals for facility.
Responsible for repairing, maintaining and operating the equipment and systems throughout the facility, i.e. emergency power supply, HVAC, steam distribution, fire protection, medical gas, and all other essential systems to current applicable codes and standard.
Leads and supervises the electric shop, HVAC shop, plumbers, and other employees responsible for specific systems and equipment.
Responsible for maintaining the operation of the facilities building automation system.
Schedules, coordinates, and supervises outside contractors performing repairs and testing on equipment and systems.
Responsible for identifying and initiating actions to resolve mechanical and electrical issues/problems.
Maintains a library of building plans and operating manuals for the facility.
Interfaces with the Construction Management department for coordination of work in the facility.
Develops training and educational opportunities for staff related to equipment and systems.
Responsible for the hospital's Utility Management program as it relates to Joint Commission.
Manages and maintains the department's operating budget on a monthly basis.
Manages direct reports schedules to accommodate the needs of the organization.
Maintains documentation for operating and capital budgets and participates in developing budgets.
Job Requirements
Minimum 5 years' experience in health care facilities management, environmental safety, life safety, and emergency management.
CHFM, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, HVAC, Medical Gas Certifications and Licenses preferred.
Other preferred skills include a working knowledge of Central Energy Plant; Emergency Power Systems; and Medical Gas Systems.
Knowledge of but not limited to CMS, AHCA, TJC, OSHA, Life Safety Codes, building codes, and safety standards.
Building management and automation systems, building maintenance programs, computer and technology skills and financial management skills are also helpful. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs – Word; Outlook; Excel.
Education: High School Diploma
About Us Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized children’s health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children’s and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us atwww.nemours.org .
Warning: It has come to our attention that fraudulent individuals are contacting people offering false job opportunities from Nemours Children’s Health. Learn More.
Job Info
Job Identification 17437
Job Category Facilities
Posting Date 12/15/2025, 02:23 PM
Degree Level Some College
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 6535 Nemours Parkway, Orlando, FL, 32827, US (On-site)
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