Facilities Connection August 2017

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Employee of the Month . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Employee Birthdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Welcome New Employee . . . . . . . . . . 3 Project Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/3 Employee Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Office Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Key Lock Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 News You Can Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Our Mission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

FACILITIES ADMINISTRATION TEAM uthsc.edu/facilities Emile David

Associate Vice Chancellor

Kenneth Bradshaw Director

Whit Sutton

Associate Director

Allen Barton

Superintendent, HVAC

Edwin Jeffres

Superintendent, Custodial Services

Daniel Hutchinson

Superintendent, Mechanical Services

Jeff Fields Superintendent, Logistical and Recycling

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH: CARL ROBERTS Congratulations to Carl Roberts on being selected as Facilities Employee of the Month, July 2017 (pictured with Executive Vice Chancellor Dr. Kennard Brown, center, Emile J. David, associate vice chancellor, far left and Kenneth Bradshaw, director of facilities, right).

Carl’s nomination specifically outlined how he went above and beyond recently with outstanding efforts during a steam shut down over the July 4th weekend.

While securing the boilers is a job within itself, bringing them back online takes skill! Carl is to be commended for hanging in and working 15 (fifteen) straight hours with the boilers and bringing the system online manually so the campus could have steam supply to 13 buildings. Not only did he go well above and beyond, but made sure the job was completed on time. Carl was dedicated to ensuring everything was back up and running as promised on Wednesday when everyone was due to return to work after the July 4th holiday. This type of effort from our employees is very much appreciated and we appreciate Carl giving his best every day in such an important role here on campus. and for his excellent service to our customers each and every day.

A huge thank you to Dr. Kennard Brown for his support of the Facilities Employee of the Month program!

Services, Automotive Shop

Scott Campbell

Safety Officer (Emergency Mgmt/Safety)

Carla Griffin

Administrative Services Assistant

Rosie Davis

Administrative Specialist III The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/ Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA/V institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.

NOMINATE THE NEXT EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH! To submit a nomination, contact Rosie Davis at 901.448.3246 or rdavis92@uthsc.edu.

Note: Only Facilities employees can nominate or be nominated for this award.

DID YOU KNOW? The Facilities Archibus Maintenance, Key/Lock, and Motor Pool request forms can be found on our website? uthsc.edu/facilities

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FACILITIES ADMINISTRATION SPOTLIGHT

PROJECTS AND EMPLOYEES WITTENBORG ANIMAL AREA

ALEXANDER LOBBY RENOVATION

Renovation is complete for the Wittenborg animal area.

New epoxy floors were added along with new walls and ceilings. The water treatment system and lighting controls were also updated. Facilities departments working on the project were painters, mechanical, and electrical as well as an outside flooring contractor and water treatment system company.

The Alexander lobby renovation is complete. The renovation included painting the concrete walls, replacing doors, adding LED lighting, adding walk-off carpet throughout the lobby as well as adding an Architectural Metal panel to the elevator wall and wrapping the masonry supply and return pier. Most of the work was completed by outside contractors along with facilities painters, mechanical and flooring team members. Take a look below at pictures before and after completion (left and middle show completed and far right, both rows are the before pictures).

Ray West, Project Manager

Outstanding team effort!

Ray West, Project Manager

Great job everyone!

EMPLOYEES TAKE THE SPOTLIGHT ON CAMPUS Kristin Attaway, Associate Director of Alumni Programs Management recently received compliments (below) for employees via email:

CONGRATULATIONS TEAM MEMBERS

Facilities Employees complete their Master’s Degrees Janette Smith, work order coordinator, completed her Masters of Professional Studies and A’Ishah Williams, accounting specialist II, competed her Masters in Human Resource Management.

Awesome job Janette and A”Ishah on your educational accomplishments!

“Jennifer Edwards, custodial services has a great attention to detail and clearly takes pride in her work. Our offices have never been cleaner! Jennifer has a positive attitude and friendly spirit and is a pleasure to be around.”

“Quincy Houston, logistical/recycling services has a contagious smile and a wonderful outlook and attitude and I look forward to his visit once a week.”

Job well done Jennifer and Quincy!

FACILITIES ADMINISTRATION PROJECT SPOTLIGHT 930 MADISON, 6TH FLOOR RENOVATION Laura Mooney, Project Manager

The Madison 6th floor renovation is complete. The project included removing old laminate cubicles, expanding the offices by 4 feet, installing brand new carpet, reworking ceiling and paint throughout all offices and hallways. The water fountains were also replaced. Facilities team members working on the project included carpenters, plumbers, electricians, painters, flooring and logistics. Take a look below at the awesome pictures after completion, as well as the how the space looked before all of the work began. Way to go team!

LET’S CELEBRATE! WELCOME NEW EMPLOYEES Aquilla Johnson Senior Custodian Jacob Hopper Sr. Power Plt Operator Terry Nutt Groundskeeper Justin Shrader Sheet Metal Worker Aldric Holliday HVAC Supervisor Dorothy Dunbar Senior Custodian

PROMOTIONS: Steven Massey Promoted to Bldg Services Supervisor

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! AUGUST BIRTHDAYS: Lal Jogi Roberta Childress Marcus Myers Roman Newman David Coburn Strachn Charlton Jennifer Wainwright Marcus Mayes Tabitha White Tyrone Baker LaTasha Bell Milton Beard Kenneth Nazor Barbara Lamb Tarrain Griffin Robert McKinnie Roy Owens Jr. Glenn Jenkins Scott Adams

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NEWS YOU CAN USE...

KEY AND LOCK CONTROL MANAGEMENT The administration of key and lock control resides within Facilities Administration. If you need to turn in or transfer keys, have new keys issued, or have locksmithing needs, please bring completed forms (found at uthsc.edu/facilities) to the Locksmith office.

We are located in the Physical Plant Building (room 224). Office hours are 7:45 am – 4:45 pm, Monday through Friday.

For further assistance, please call 901.448.6837.

OUR MISSION The Facilities Services Department is responsible for the basic operation and continuous maintenance of the physical properties of The University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

SAFETY OFFICE TIPS - HOUSEKEEPING

Scott Campbell - Office of Safety, Facilities Administration Housekeeping is a regulation that is contained under 29 CFR 1922, Walking-Working Surfaces.

Under this regulation, all places of employment, passageways, storerooms, service rooms, and walking-working surfaces are kept in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition. The floor of each workroom is maintained in a clean and, to the extent feasible, in a dry condition. When wet processes are used, drainage must be maintained and, to the extent feasible, dry standing places, such as false floors, platforms, and mats must be provided. Walking-working surfaces are maintained free of hazards such as sharp or protruding objects, loose boards, corrosion, leaks, spills, snow, and ice.

Clutter blocking fire exits, aisles and emergency exits is a housekeeping problem that is seen often. Clutter, leaks or standing water also can contribute to slips, trips and falls.

Workers shouldn’t wait for housekeeping or logistics crews to take care of these issues, without notifying someone. These issues should be addressed immediately by contacting the appropriate Facilities Staff, or Campus Safety for resolution. When it comes to storage, employers need to make sure appropriate areas are made available.

Electrical rooms used inappropriately for storage, with supplies blocking electrical installations can cause a hazard. Even if clearance between the stored supplies and the circuit breakers is appropriate, departments need to consider situations that could arise in which someone would need easy access to that room, such as a first responder in an emergency. For information on reporting Hazards, see https://www.uthsc.edu/campus-safety/occupational-safety.php

IT’S ALWAYS THE START THAT REQUIRES THE GREATEST EFFORT. – JAMES CASH PENNY SUCCESS IS THE RESULT OF PERFECTION, HARD WORK, LEARNING FROM FAILURE, LOYALTY AND PERSISTENCE. - COLIN POWELL

UPCOMING EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION EVENT Eat with Joe - August 30 Join UT President Joe DiPietro for a Family Picnic at Health Sciences Park on August 30, 2017 from 11 am until 1pm for Central BBQ buffet, live music and games.

Don’t Miss It! Check your email and RSVP Today.

A UT TRIBUTE event to thank you for the great work you do each and every day!

For more information, please contact: Facilities Administration | 201 East Street | Suite 113 phone 901.448.5661

uthsc.edu/facilities

THE UTHSC CAMPUS IS OUR #1 PRIORITY! The Facilities Administration department at UTHSC is responsible for many campus and construction projects.

The Facilities Connection will continue to spotlight Facilities projects and their progress to keep you informed!