Director of Plant Operations

Lifepoint Health • Roaring Spring, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. The Plant Operations team is responsible for keeping the hospital running smoothly, managing essential systems, and supporting facility improvements. This role offers an opportunity to work with a collaborative team that takes pride in the hospital's infrastructure and growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Prior plant operations experience in a healthcare setting strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing facility systems, maintenance operations, and capital projects.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience required.
• Strong working knowledge of facility systems (HVAC, boilers, electrical, plumbing).
• Strong working knowledge of preventative maintenance programs.
• Strong working knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements (CMS, state regulations, life safety standards).
• Ability to coordinate and support construction and capital improvement projects.
• Familiarity with inspection processes and regulatory compliance workflows.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and external contractors.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all plant operations functions, including maintenance of facility systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Lead a small team of staff members (including maintenance technicians and biomed support), providing day-to-day supervision, scheduling, and performance management.
• Perform and support hands-on maintenance activities as needed, including troubleshooting and assisting with repairs (e.g., boilers, electrical, general systems).
• Oversee and coordinate preventative maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Serve as a key stakeholder in capital projects, including planning, coordination, vendor management, and execution of facility upgrades and new equipment installations (e.g., MRI, surgical equipment, renovations).
• Collaborate with leadership and external partners to ensure timely completion of construction and renovation projects, including managing contractor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including coordination of inspections (state, fire, and safety) and readiness for surveys.
• Participate in environment of care and life safety processes, ensuring facility operations align with healthcare standards and requirements.
• Monitor facility systems and proactively identify maintenance needs, infrastructure improvements, and replacement planning (e.g., boilers, aging systems).
• Manage departmental operations, including budget oversight, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers for specialized maintenance and service agreements.
• Support emergency response and facility-related incidents, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation for maintenance activities, inspections, compliance, and projects.
• Foster a team-oriented, collaborative environment across departments and within the leadership team.
• Ensure regular and reliable attendance and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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