Assistant Director Facilities Management

Jackson Hospital • Montgomery, AL

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About The Position

The Assistant Director supports the Director of Facilities or Plant Operations by managing building maintenance, grounds, clinical engineering, safety programs, and physical renovations. Oversees daily building operations, safety compliance, and physical plant maintenance to ensure a safe environment for patient care. Assists Director in maintaining continuous readiness for health-care regulations and manage teams of technicians and external contractors.

Requirements

• Knowledge of building codes, life safety codes, and strong administrative and problem-solving abilities.
• 5 years of facilities operations experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role, preferably in a healthcare setting.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain readiness for unannounced inspections by groups like CIHQ, OSHA, and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
• Oversee the repair and upkeep of critical hospital infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and medical gas systems.
• Lead safety committees, coordinate disaster management plans, and run emergency preparedness drills.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate facility maintenance staff and outside vendors.
• Assist with operating budgets, capital improvement projects, and cost-control tracking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager