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Truman Medical Centers Assistant Director of Facilities - UH Lakewood (7a - 3:30p) in Kansas City, Missouri
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Assistant Director of Facilities - UH Lakewood (7a - 3:30p)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
UH Lakewood Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Physical Plant UHLMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
7:00AM - 3:30PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
If you love seeing things run smoothly, solving problems before they happen, and leading teams that keep everything together—this role is for you.
Under the guidance of the Corporate Director of Facilities, you’ll take the lead in keeping our campus in top shape. From Maintenance and Carpentry to Painting and beyond, you’ll guide a talented team responsible for maintaining, repairing, and renovating our buildings, grounds, and non-patient equipment.
You’ll partner closely with Facilities leadership to keep operations aligned with TMC’s mission while ensuring everything meets the highest standards—whether that’s CMS, TJC, or other regulatory requirements. Simply put: you help keep the place safe, functional, and running like a well-oiled machine.
What You’ll Do
Lead, coach, and inspire a team of skilled trades professionals
Keep projects moving—on time, on budget, and done right the first time
Plan and prioritize maintenance, repairs, and renovation projects across campus
Build project estimates and turn ideas into actionable plans
Oversee contractors and make sure work meets quality and safety standards
Stay ahead of compliance with building codes and regulatory requirements
Track labor, materials, and progress in TMS (because details matter)
Collaborate with teams across the organization to support day-to-day operations and long-term improvements
What You Bring
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in facilities, engineering, or large-scale building operations
Working knowledge of all trades and how they come together
Strong understanding of building systems, maintenance practices, and codes
A problem-solving mindset and the ability to think on your feet
Excellent communication skills—you know how to get things done through people
Comfort with systems like TMS, purchasing platforms, and CAD
Valid driver qualifications if the role requires it
Preferred
- Experience in a healthcare setting (bonus points if you know the ins and outs)
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