ASST DIR - ENGINEERING/PLANT OP

Universal Health Services; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. seeks an Assistant Director of Engineering - Plant Operations to support the Director in daily facilities management, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning across multiple hospital campuses in North Carolina.

The role ensures a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment to support patient care, staff needs, and operational efficiency, including oversight of preventive maintenance, life safety, and capital projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma; CHFM certification within 2 years.
• 2 years facility management/engineering and 1 year hospital management experience.
• Experience with HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, carpentry.
• Knowledge of NFPA, Joint Commission, CMS, OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safety: develop and enforce policies; monitor environments for safe practices.
• Grounds and Building: oversee maintenance, inspections, and contractor coordination.
• Housekeeping: ensure clean and sanitary conditions across the environment.
• Dietary: oversee daily food production and equipment safety in related areas.
• Additional Performance Standards: support budgeting, project planning, and quality goals.

Skills

Managerial skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) within 2 years

Tools

MS Office

CMMS

Building Management System

Job description

Responsibilities

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $11.4 billion in 2019. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 90,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 328 behavioral health facilities, 42 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Director Of Engineering - Plant Operations supports the Director in overseeing daily operations, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning for Facilities Management and Environmental Services. This role ensures a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment that supports patient care and safety, hospital staff needs and requests, and operational efficiency.

Facilities Management

• Assist in managing preventive and corrective maintenance programs for buildings, grounds, utilities, and infrastructure
• Oversee work order systems and ensure timely completion of maintenance requests
• Support capital improvement projects, renovations, and vendor coordination
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (Joint Commission, CMS, NFPA, OSHA, DHHS and all local requirements)
• Participate in life safety, environment of care, emergency preparedness, and utility management programs
• Assist with budgeting, cost control, and vendor contract management and negotiations
• Supervise facilities maintenance staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
• Assure all equipment and life safety inspection are completed on time and in accordance with The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements and results are documented and filed in TJC binders for each hospital.
• Available to respond to weekends, holidays and after-hours emergencies

Environmental Services (EVS)

• Assist in managing EVS operations to ensure cleanliness, infection prevention, and patient satisfaction standards are met
• Ensure adherence to hospital sanitation, disinfection, and waste management protocols
• Monitor quality assurance metrics, audits, and corrective actions
• Support staffing plans, productivity standards, and supply inventory management
• Collaborate with Infection Prevention and Nursing leadership on cleaning standards and outbreak response
• Oversee the daily functions of the EVS supervisor
• In conjunction with the EVS supervisor, assure that documented weekly unit environmental inspections are completed in all three hospitals

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as acting Director in the Director’s absence
• Coordinate with clinical, administrative, and safety departments
• Support policy development, staff education, and performance improvement initiatives
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Job Requirements:

Education:

Minimum of high school diploma and ability to obtain Certified Healthcare Facility Manager certification within two years. Associates Degree is preferred.

Experience:

2 years of facility management/engineer experience and 1 year of previous hospital management experience required. Previous project management experience preferred. Experience or working knowledge in all aspects of building trades, including HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, carpentry.

Technical Skills:

Intermediate level computer experience. Including Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook. Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and Building Management Systems. Knowledge of NFPA codes and standards, Joint Commission and CMS standards, OSHA, EPA and state and local codes and standards

License/Certification:

Current Certified Healthcare Facility Manager certification or has the ability to obtain within two years. Valid NC Driver’s License.

Other:

• Proven managerial skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety

1. Participates in the development and revision of all policies and procedures related to Safety and Environment of Care (EOC) compliance. Uses research and regulation in policy formulation.
2. Monitors all environments for safe practices. Directly observes staff behaviors to identify methods to reduce risks.
3. Educates staff on EOC regulations including fire safety, emergency procedures and codes, MSDS, etc. during orientation, annual skills fair, and on an on-going basis.
4. Annually evaluates EOC compliance program. Analyzes trends and effectiveness of strategies.
5. Leads and chairs the EOC Committee. Conducts safety rounds with other EOC committee members and makes recommendations for corrective actions.
6. Develops plans and conducts fire and emergency preparedness drills including use of Hazard Vulnerability Analysis and community involvement.
7. Serves as Safety Officer.

Grounds and Building

1. Schedules work based upon established priorities, budgetary constraints and agreed upon plan of preventative maintenance.
2. Conducts various maintenance inspections and safety surveys to ensure a safe environment according to various local, state and federal regulations and other applicable standards.
3. Ensures proper maintenance in all areas of the environment including buildings and grounds.
4. Oversees maintenance on all equipment, buildings, vehicles, etc. as necessary.
5. Ensures that all new equipment is tested prior to being placed into services.
6. Ensures that periodic testing are carried out and that training protocols are established for its use.
7. Coordinates the ordering, stocking and monitoring of supplies, parts and various equipment.
8. Researches the purchase of new items and completion of the CAR process. Assists in the design, development, planning and bidding phases.
9. Manages construction and tracks all construction projects
10. Negotiates appropriately with various contractors and suppliers of the facility and supervises the work.
11. Provides for the maintenance and back up of utilities, mechanical, telephonic and alarm systems.
12. Manages construction projects, including coordinating with contractors for design and build out, budget management, project management and code compliance.

Housekeeping

1. Manages housekeeping services and ensures clean and sanitary conditions in all areas of the environment including patient care and non-patient care buildings and offices.
2. Manages the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as defined in housekeeping safety policies and procedures.
3. Ensures staff uses universal precautions when in contact with bodily fluids.

Dietary

1. Oversees the management of all daily food production activities
2. Oversees preventive maintenance and that all kitchen equipment is safe and operative.
3. Oversees procurement to ensure adequate food and non-food supplies
4. Oversees the regulatory, compliance and quality by assisting with compliance with sanitation and compliance with Health Department regulations

Additional Performance Standards

1. Proficient in evaluating and understanding the age specific needs and behavior consistent with diagnosis and rehabilitation goals when serving patients aged 5 to 65 including geriatric populations.
2. Participate in the annual budget preparation.
3. Ensure the facility’s dollars are spent in the most economical fashion to maintain the equipment in the plant.
4. Provide support in planning and achieving remodeling projects.
5. Coordinate with outside contractors any necessary repairs beyond facility operations capability or time scope, within reasonable cost.
6. Maintain a record of attendance to meet expected standards.
7. Demonstrate a professional attitude and supports the objectives of the facility's Service Excellence, marketing and guest relations philosophy through internal and external communications and interactions with all levels of staff, patients, family members, guests, community and referral courses.
8. Adhere to facility, department, corporate and standard policies and procedures.
9. Attend all mandatory facility in-services and staff development activities as scheduled.
10. Adhere to facility standards concerning conduct, dress, attendance and punctuality.
11. Support facility-wide quality/performance improvement goals and objectives.
12. Maintain confidentiality of facility employees and patient information.

Note: The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

THIS SECTION DESCRIBES WHAT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES AN EMPLOYEE IN THIS POSITION SHOULD CURRENTLY POSSESS. THIS LIST MAY NOT BE COMPLETE FOR ALL

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.

1. Knowledge of JCAHO, federal, state and local laws concerning facility operations.
2. Knowledge of life safety, all applicable codes and OSHA regulations.
3. Knowledge of Blue Print reading.
4. Knowledge in all areas of maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, engineering, housekeeping, and grounds keeping.
5. Knowledge of all code procedures.
6. Knowledge of risk and safety precautions.
7. Knowledge of various hand/power tools and equipment.
8. Skill in organizing and prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines.
9. Skill in telephone etiquette and paging procedures.
10. Effective oral and written communication skills.
11. Ability to analyze problems and situations.
12. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and co-workers.
13. Ability to adhere to safety policies and procedures.
14. Ability to use good judgement and to maintain confidentiality of information.
15. Ability to work as a team player.
16. Ability to demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience and dedication.
17. Ability to accept direction and adhere to policies and procedures.
18. Ability to recognize the importance of adapting to the various patient age groups (child, adolescent, adult and geriatric).
19. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
20. Ability to meet corporate deadlines.
21. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND SPECIAL DEMANDS

1. Ability to work a 40 hour work week.
2. Ability to move continuously is required in the completion of job requirements.
3. Ability to operate machinery and equipment in a safe manner.
4. Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, push, pull, and twist.
5. Lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds may be required without assistance.
6. Ability to work under any weather conditions, inside or out, without regard for temperatures any time of the day or night.
7. Visual acuity is needed for accurate reading of documents.
8. Ability to hear sound with or without correction.
9. Good hand and finger dexterity for the use of tools and equipment.
10. Ability to read and write.
11. Ability to drive a motor vehicle.
12. Ability to exert up to 80 pounds of force to move objects.
13. Ability to respond to exposure to blood and bodily fluids.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER WORK AIDES:

THIS SECTION DESCRIBES THOSE MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER WORK AIDES

AN EMPLOYEE IN THIS POSITION MUST BE ABLE TO USE.

1. Computer and various software programs.
2. Telephone and paging system.
3. Facsimile machine.
4. Various hand/power tools and equipment
5. Cleaning agents.
6. Testing equipment.
7. Motor vehicle - must have operator’s license.
8. Policies, procedures, plans and program manuals.