Director of Hospital Plant Operations (Maintenance)

About the role

The Plant Operations Director will ensure the maintenance of a safe, clean, and healthy physical environment for patients, staff, and guests of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Schedule work based upon established priorities, budgetary constraints, and agreed-upon plan of preventative maintenance.
• Ensure that orders for parts, equipment, selected services, and supplies are carried out in a timely and efficient manner.
• Manage plant operations staff according to existing policies, procedures, budgetary constraints, and safe practices.
• Establish and maintain a quality assurance program whereby appropriate evaluation of products and service is easily discernible.
• Oversee the inspection of areas within the facility to ensure that standards of cleanliness and safety are being maintained according to established policy and regulatory requirements.
• Select, train, and schedule the activities of staff performing a variety of housekeeping activities.
• Initiate the requisition and issuance of housekeeping supplies; coordinate maintenance repairs.
• Serve as the department fiscal manager.
• Carry out personnel management activities associated with direct staff supervision, including screening and selection, orientation, training and development, performance management, and employee relations functions.
• Perform related duties as requested.
• Uphold the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: High School or equivalent required. Technical training a plus.
• Minimum Work Experience: 7–10 years relevant experience in operations, facilities, and maintenance work within a hospital.
• 3–5 years in a leadership position managing others is required.
• Ability to read technical blueprint information, write policies, and possess management and supervisory skills required.
• Experience with OSHA, CMS, and Joint Commission requirements and standards within a health or hospital environment preferred.
• Required Licenses: TX Driver's License.