DIRECTOR OF PLANT OPERATIONS - PLANT MAINTENANCE - FT DAYS

ANDERSON HOSPITAL•Maryville, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting in the planning, directing, organizing, staffing, and control of Anderson Hospital’s physical plant, associated buildings, and systems. The role directs the department’s daily operations to provide a safe, comfortable environment for patients, staff, and visitors, and to protect, maintain, and preserve hospital assets. This is a full-time, 80-hour position on the day shift at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Illinois. The position is on call for emergency contacts.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
10 years of related experience.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to hospital engineering.
Familiarity with plant maintenance in a healthcare environment, especially life safety codes and the Environment of Care.

Nice To Haves

Trade school, military certificate of training, or a bachelor’s degree in a plant maintenance-related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure adequate supplies and equipment are available to meet department requirements and that records are complete and accurate.
Evaluate requests and identified needs for maintenance, repairs, and projects.
Monitor employee work and work quality, and keep records of completed projects.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of department payroll.
Establish and maintain a comprehensive building maintenance program.
Train staff on preventive maintenance and documentation.
Monitor staff performance and inspect employee work areas to ensure competence, with a stated target of 90%.
Ensure hospital utility and support systems are maintained and functioning at peak efficiency.
Contact outside contractors when internal resources cannot complete critical repairs in a timely manner.
Maintain records of repairs and modifications.
Ensure work orders, preventive maintenance, and projects are completed promptly and accurately documented.
Keep preventive maintenance policies and procedures up to date.
Assist in writing departmental policies and procedures.
Schedule work orders and coordinate projects with other departments, prioritizing customer satisfaction while maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime.
Schedule contractors and oversee their work for quality and timely completion.
Ensure work complies with hospital policies and procedures for Interim Life Safety Measures (ILMS) and infection control.
Ensure projects are conducted safely and comply with applicable life safety codes.
Inspect the hospital physical plant and construction projects for compliance with codes and standards.
Participate in selecting Maintenance employees and in disciplinary actions involving those employees.
Document construction projects, inspections, and findings from independent contractors or inspections.
Document departmental performance and operational indicators.
Inform administration of situations that could adversely affect hospital operations.
Assist with annual budget preparation and manage budgets for adequate staffing and supplies and accurate spending.
Develop and implement departmental objectives and improvement initiatives.
Remain on call for emergency contacts.