Regional Director Plant Operations
About The Position
Diversicare is seeking a Regional Director of Plant Operations to lead and support physical plant operations at assigned centers, primarily across Mississippi, with occasional support to Alabama locations. The position provides hands-on support, guidance, and consultation to center maintenance departments and helps ensure facilities are safe, functional, attractive, and compliant with company standards and regulatory requirements. The role supports maintenance staff through coaching and training, evaluates facility conditions and operational needs, consults on contractor proposals and projects, and performs maintenance repairs or serves as Maintenance Supervisor at assigned centers when needed. It also responds to facility emergencies, participates in regional initiatives, and completes audits, projects, and reporting within established timelines.
Requirements
- Troubleshooting and repair of equipment is required.
- Ability to think critically and solve complex problems.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Computer skills necessary.
- Flexibility to travel extensively within assigned regions as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing HVAC equipment.
- EPA certification.
- Electrical experience.
- Prior healthcare maintenance experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide ongoing training, coaching, and support to center maintenance departments to ensure compliance with company standards and best practices.
- Train staff on using and managing the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Review contractor proposals and advise on project scope, pricing, and recommended solutions.
- Manage contractors during projects, inspect completed work, and address deficiencies or discrepancies.
- Conduct facility audits covering Life Safety compliance, equipment condition, building appearance, deferred maintenance, safety, capital improvement needs, and maintenance department performance.
- Interpret building plans, specifications, property condition assessments, and other technical documentation related to facility operations and equipment.
- Perform maintenance repairs and serve as Maintenance Supervisor at assigned centers when needed.
- Respond promptly to facility emergencies, urgent maintenance issues, and operational concerns.
- Maintain timely communication and responsiveness to phone calls, emails, and other electronic communications.
- Participate in regional meetings, training sessions, and operational initiatives as requested.
- Interpret and implement company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Complete assigned projects, audits, and reporting accurately and within established timelines.
- Assist centers in maintaining safe, functional, and attractive environments for residents, visitors, and staff.
- Travel extensively within assigned regions as needed.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vacation time
- Holiday time
- Sick time
- Long-term disability
- Short-term disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
