Director of Facilities

ClearSky Health • Mansfield, TX

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About The Position

The Director of Facilities is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of hospital buildings, grounds, and mechanical and electrical systems, while ensuring compliance with applicable local, state, federal, NFPA, OSHA, ADA, Life Safety Code, and Joint Commission requirements. The role also serves as the Hospital Safety Officer and integrates company values into daily practice.

The Director maintains a safe environment for patients, staff, visitors, and medical staff through physical maintenance, risk assessments, safety reviews, and implementation of appropriate precautions. The position maintains required records and inspection, testing, and drill schedules, manages the Safety Data Sheet program, monitors and repairs equipment, and coordinates safety activities and education. It also trains and directs department employees and may require work during inclement weather or staffing emergencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, or four years of direct experience.
• Knowledge of standards and codes applicable to healthcare facilities, including SDS information, Life Safety Code, NFPA, OSHA, and ADA requirements and specifications.
• Knowledge of standards and procedures regarding hazardous waste and materials.
• Proficiency with general computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
• Ability to use equipment necessary for the job.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection prevention standards and confidentiality.
• Ability to work professionally with people at all levels of the organization.
• Effective organizational, time-management, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record, a current driver’s license, and insurability.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an approved, accredited trade school program or apprenticeship.
• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Supervisory experience.
• Certification or licensing in plumbing, HVAC, air conditioning, or electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct preventive and corrective maintenance of building structures and electrical, mechanical, and emergency systems in hospital facilities.
• Maintain a safe environment through physical maintenance, risk assessments, and safety reviews; assess safety risks and implement appropriate precautions and approved standards.
• Maintain hard- and soft-copy data, reports, inspection records, and testing and drill schedules in accordance with regulatory and Joint Commission requirements.
• Manage the site Safety Data Sheet program in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Observe equipment, meters, and gauges to ensure proper operation; adjust or repair controls to correct malfunctions and maintain logs of readings and repairs.
• Train, assist, and direct department employees, and provide staff with information and assistance.
• As Hospital Safety Officer, coordinate and ensure completion of activities designated by the Hospital Safety Committee or corporate offices.
• Conduct, review, and coordinate safety education for new employees and continuing education for all employees.
• Follow safety and Infection Prevention standards, hazardous-material policies, and requirements to use protective equipment and clothing.
• Complete assigned training and perform other duties as assigned.
• Work during inclement weather or staffing emergencies when required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED