John S. Hohler
Naples
Summary
Dynamic facilities leader with extensive experience at LCS The Glenview at Pelican Bay, excelling in operational management and safety compliance. Proven track record in contract negotiation and budgeting, driving efficiency improvements and enhancing quality assurance. Adept at fostering collaboration among teams to achieve strategic goals and optimize plant operations.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Plant Operations
LCS The Glenview at Pelican Bay
Naples
12.2018 - 01.2023
- Oversaw daily operations and maintenance of plant facilities.
- Developed and implemented operational policies for efficiency.
- Coordinated safety training programs for staff compliance.
- Evaluated vendor contracts to ensure service quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Directed budgeting and financial planning for plant operations.
- Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic initiatives for growth.
- Reviewed employee performance evaluations quarterly ensuring adherence to company guidelines.
- Analyzed data from monthly reports to identify areas for improvement in safety, production or cost reduction strategies.
- Participated in long-term planning activities such as forecasting future needs for resources or personnel.
- Created strategic plans for improving operational processes to reduce costs and improve quality assurance measures.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the plant, including production scheduling, budgeting, personnel management, maintenance and quality control.
Facilities Manager
Naples Community Hospital
Naples
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Responsible for the oversight of facilities maintenance for a 324 bed, 900.000 square foot full service acute care hospital.
- Responsible for day to day Life Safety Code compliance, which includes all fire safety related systems, nurse call, pneumatic tube transfer system, HVAC, BAS, electric and plumbing systems.
- Oversees grounds, parking lot, and parking garage maintenance.
- Responsible for completion of all critical PM's.
- Oversees 18 people on a 24/7 shift cycle.
- Interacts with the COO, CNO, and Director of Engineering on a regular basis.
- Works closely with New Construction related projects.
- Contact person for vendor supported contracts.
- Direct report to Director of Engineering and the COO.
Facilities Director
Mr. Carmel East Hospital
Columbus
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Over saw the facilities maintenance of a 341 bed, 1 million square foot, acute care hospital in urban Columbus, Ohio.
- Complete responsibility for all day to day operations and the related building systems.
- Contract negotiator for all vendor related support of operating systems.
- Again responsible for all Life Safety Code related compliance including The Joint Commission, CMS, and state and local jurisdiction.
- Oversaw grounds and parking areas covering 23 acres of property.
- Directly responsible for a staff of 23 operating on a 24/7 basis.
- Worked side by side with the Design and Construction team on new project development.
- Direct report to the System Facility Director and the Senior Vice President of Construction and Facilities.
Director of Maintenance
Brookdale Westlake Village
Westlake
10.2006 - 10.2014
- Responsible for all aspects of a 351 unit, 650,000 square foot senior living complex Including acute care, surgical rehab, skilled nursing, Alzheimer's unit, assisted and independent living.
- Responsible for all Life Safety Code compliance with proven CMS and state survey results.
- Directly responsible for all capital expenditure projects, contractor negotiations and the development of all service contracts.
Supt. Of Buildings & Grounds
Firelands College
Huron
08.2001 - 09.2006
- Managed a staff of 15 with responsibility for facilities management of 5 building, 250,000 square foot educational campus.
- Direct responsibility of the day to day operation of the physical plant as well as 240 acres of landscaped property.
- Primary contact for all Life Safety related compliance as well as lead contact person for all contractor related situations.
Maintenance Supervisor
Erie County Care Facility
Huron
05.1990 - 08.2001
- Responsible for all facility and plant operations of a 160 bed skilled nursing center.
- Primary Life Safety Code contact with all governmental agencies.
- Oversaw all HVAC, Fire Safety systems, plumbing and electrical systems.
- Initiated the first BAS in the facility to control HVAC and lighting.
Education
Associate Degree - Individual Study of Facilities Management
Terra Community College
Fremont, OHSkills
- Operational management
- Budgeting and finance
- Safety compliance
- Contract negotiation
- Quality assurance
- Facilities management
Certification
- Johnson Control Metasys BAS Certificate
- Trane Tracer 100 Operation Certificate
- Ohio Fire Marshall Train the Trainer Certificate
- OSHA Ten Hour Training Certificate
- Florida Hospital Engineer Association
Timeline
Director of Plant Operations
LCS The Glenview at Pelican Bay
12.2018 - 01.2023
Facilities Manager
Naples Community Hospital
01.2016 - 12.2018
Facilities Director
Mr. Carmel East Hospital
10.2014 - 01.2016
Director of Maintenance
Brookdale Westlake Village
10.2006 - 10.2014
Supt. Of Buildings & Grounds
Firelands College
08.2001 - 09.2006
Maintenance Supervisor
Erie County Care Facility
05.1990 - 08.2001
Associate Degree - Individual Study of Facilities Management
Terra Community College