Supervisor Carpentry Shop

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) operates at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care. It is a community where expertise is valued, knowledge is expanded, and abilities are challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and uniqueness is celebrated.

About the Role

Supervises operations and coordinates administrative functions for facilities. Supervises staff, coordinates projects, assigns staff functions, and communicates policies and procedures. Provides input on programs and procedures for cost containment and space assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in identifying needs, securing resources, and implementing training programs.
• Ensures compliance with all local codes and standards.
• Works with staff to ensure continuous life-cycle analysis of equipment.
• Assists with the design and planning of new buildings and renovations of existing spaces.
• Offers input into the strategic planning process, manages operating expenditures, and assists in developing and monitoring the budget.
• Plans and sets day-to-day objectives for the team that directly affect departmental results.
• Resolves technical and operational problems within provided guidelines.
• Leads or supervises a unit within a department or a small department, typically as a 'working' supervisor.

Core Capabilities

Supporting Colleagues

• Develops Self and Others: Invests time and energy in developing self and others to improve performance and gain knowledge.
• Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders to expand and strengthen relationships.
• Communicates Effectively: Adapts communication style to suit different situations and audiences.

Delivering Excellent Services

• Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of stakeholders and customizes services accordingly.
• Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles to identify opportunities and develop solutions.
• Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching to increase employees' effectiveness.

Ensuring High Quality

• Performs Excellent Work: Engages in dialogue about quality and addresses issues promptly.
• Ensures Continuous Improvement: Looks beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them.
• Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands and ensures a safe environment through routine safety checks.

Managing Resources Effectively

• Demonstrates Accountability: Focuses on and drives critical issues to closure.
• Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of departmental work to manage resources effectively.
• Makes Data-Driven Decisions: Uses data to identify and elevate opportunities.

Fostering Innovation

• Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas and opportunities to improve processes.
• Applies Technology: Demonstrates enthusiasm for learning new technologies and tools.
• Adapts to Change: Views challenges as opportunities for improvement and embraces change.

Technical Capabilities

• Operations Planning (Novice): Anticipates resource needs and implements appropriate processes.
• Leadership (Novice): Formulates a vision, motivates employees, and ensures commitment to goals.
• Business Results (Fundamental Awareness): Focuses on quality, customer satisfaction, and stewardship to achieve results.
• Quality Management (Novice): Develops processes to ensure services meet specific requirements.
• Compliance (Novice): Understands rules, regulations, and guidelines related to governing bodies.
• People Management (Novice): Builds relationships and develops employees through communication.
• Facilities Management (Intermediate): Knowledge of building infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.

Requirements

• 4 years of relevant work experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings to enhance well-being and professional growth.