Facility Operations Supervisor (Norristown State Hospital)

Would you describe your strengths as hardworking and reliable? If so, consider joining the Norristown State Hospital as a Facility Operations Supervisor. This position gives you the opportunity to showcase your unique skillset as you perform technical and administrative work in our Maintenance Department. If you have experience with overseeing building, grounds maintenance, and constructions trades, we need you on our team!

As a Facility Operations Supervisor, you will be tasked with a full-range of skilled supervisory and maintenance duties. This includes assigning and supervising daily work orders as well as recommending and implementing procedures, methods, materials, and tools to accomplish work. You will have the opportunity to share your knowledge with approximately six to seven staff members. All work is performed independently and reviewed through discussions and inspections by a higher-level manager. Effective communication is essential as you will be in constant contact with shift supervisors and management for assignments and scheduling regarding off-hours projects. Additional responsibilities include:

• Ensuring chemical and equipment safety precautions are being followed
• Prioritizing work orders
• Inspecting and reporting on facility damage or hazards
• Performing routine maintenance
• Participating in training
• Interviewing and selecting new personnel
• Monitoring overtime
• Providing training to staff

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 2:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Work schedule may change based on operational need.
• This position is subject to emergency call-in, travel, and overtime as needed.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of skilled trades work experience in commercial, industrial, multi-unit residential facilities, or utility plant operations; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.