Plant Operations Director

Lifepoint Health

$100K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • One-year certificate from a college/technical school or three years of relevant experience.
  • Strong knowledge in utility systems management is a plus.
  • Familiarity with hospital operations and Joint Commission standards is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and update policies and programs for operational effectiveness.
  • Develop and implement maintenance programs for the hospital's facilities and equipment.
  • Ensure accurate logging of files, records, and cost accounting for work orders.
  • Inspect the physical plant to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Plan and oversee facilities management, engineering, and telecommunications activities.
  • Implement and monitor the hospital-wide safety program and partner with departmental leaders on safety initiatives.
  • Act as Safety Officer, leading emergency response operations.

Benefits

  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) benefits for full-time employees.
  • Competitive Paid Time Off for work-life balance.
  • Employee Assistance Program offering wellness resources.
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants.
  • Additional benefits available beyond listed options.
Full Job Description
Job Description

How you'll contribute

The Plant Operation Director leads facilities operations for the hospital, including maintenance of the physical plant, grounds, and equipment; facilities management and engineering; loss prevention; telecommunications; and hospital-wide safety. Establishes and monitors policies, preventive maintenance programs, and documentation to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations. Serves as Safety Officer and coordinates emergency response and corrective actions.

How you'll contribute
  • Monitor existing policies, procedures, and programs for effectiveness; update as needed.
  • Develop, implement, administer, and modify programs to maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment through effective use of personnel and materials.
  • Ensure complete and accurate logging of files/records and cost accounting of time, materials, and supplies for each requisition or work order.
  • Inspect buildings and grounds to ensure conformance with established standards and regulations.
  • Plan, organize, direct, and supervise facilities management and engineering, loss prevention management, and telecommunications.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor the hospital-wide safety program.
  • Partner with department leaders on safety management and the development of departmental safety programs.
  • Prepare and present reports on safety management activities to the Quality Council.
  • Act as Safety Officer, leading emergency response and initiating immediate corrective actions for life-threatening conditions.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Additional Information:
  • Coordinate vendors/contractors and supports Joint Commission preparedness.
  • Oversee preventive maintenance scheduling, work order prioritization, and documentation.
  • Support utility systems management and environment-of-care rounding.
  • Maintain basic computer records and communicate effectively with leadership and staff.


Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Education: One (1) year certificate from a college/technical school or three (3) years related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Knowledge: Utility systems management; hospital operations and Joint Commission preparedness (highly preferred).


Schedule: PRN (As Needed)

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
  • And much more...

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