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Vertical Transportation & Lift System - Operations Specialist

The University of Miami/UHealth department of Central Energy Plant (Facilities) has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Vertical Transportation & Lift System, Operations Specialist to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Vertical Transportation & Lift System - Operations Specialist administers leadership for various projects, programs, and assigned departments. More specifically, the incumbent oversees maintenance mechanics, contractors, and other service personnel to ensure the high-quality conditions of all assigned UHealth facilities and systems including satellites.

Core Responsibilities

+ Oversee the daily operations of vertical transportation systems to ensure optimal performance and safety.

+ Schedule and supervise routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs of elevators, escalators, and lifts.

+ Ensure all systems comply with local, state, and federal safety regulations and standards.

+ Diagnose and resolve technical issues promptly to minimize downtime and ensure user safety.

+ Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs and maintenance.

Department Specific Functions

+ Develop and manage 3rd party contracts with elevator maintenance providers to ensure repairs, PMs and required inspections are completed.

+ Develop and manage vertical transportation inspection, testing and maintenance program requirements and performance.

+ Stay up to date on local, state, and national elevator safety codes and regulations, ensuring all maintenance activities adhere to these requirements.

+ Regularly assess elevator safety and compliance, identifying and addressing any potential hazards or risks.

+ Document all maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating future analysis.

+ Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders on elevator maintenance activities, performance, and budget status.

+ Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure compliance with contract terms, service level agreements (SLAs), and response times.

+ Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to entrapments and callbacks per month to ensure preventive maintenance is properly performed.

+ Address any issues or concerns that arise with elevator maintenance providers, such as billing discrepancies or performance deficiencies.

+ Manage contract renewals and renegotiations: Evaluate contract performance using CMMS data and market conditions to make informed decisions on contract renewals and renegotiations.

+ Responsible for monitoring the equipment in the CMMS and making changes as needed to ensure accuracy.

+ Create and enforce comprehensive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal elevator performance, safety, and longevity.

+ Coordinate and supervise regular inspections, testing, cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment of elevator components.

+ Ensure prompt response to elevator malfunctions and breakdowns, minimizing downtime and ensuring the safety of users.

+ Ensure proper communication channels are utilized when experiencing breakdowns.

+ Ensure key elevator maintenance, PM and parts usage information is maintained in the UHealth CMMS System

+ Work with third parties or directly with the OEMs to identify critical parts and establish a stocking program and plan if the part becomes obsolete.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.Core Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or industrial), business administration, or a related field is preferred.

+ Minimum 7 years of relevant experience with elevator services and contract management required.

+ Certified Elevator Technician (CET) or Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

+ Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

+ Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

+ Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H14