DIR - ENGINEERING/PLANT OPS

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

River Oaks Hospital, near New Orleans, seeks a dynamic Director of Plant Operations to lead maintenance, housekeeping and safety. You will manage facility operations, ensure compliance with codes, and supervise staff to provide a safe, well-maintained environment.

Join Universal Health Services, a Fortune 500 healthcare provider, and oversee projects with outside vendors, drive regulatory readiness, and support patient care through reliable infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent required; an Associate's degree is preferred.
• Five years of facilities management experience with supervisory duties.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical maintenance.
• Familiarity with Fire and Life Safety codes and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Directs safety, grounds, building maintenance, housekeeping, security, and transportation services.
• Ensures compliance with codes, accreditation standards, OSHA, and vendor specs.
• Oversees construction projects and outside contractors; ensures code compliance.
• Maintains documentation for regulatory agencies and supports emergency readiness.

Skills

Facilities management

Supervisory experience

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Safety and life safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

River Oaks Hospital, located minutes outside of New Orleans, Louisiana, is a 126-bed psychiatric facility that has provided quality treatment to individuals suffering from mental illness and/or addictive disorders since 1970. Situated on a 14-acre campus, inpatient services are available for adults and adolescents. We also offer a partial hospitalization program (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) for adults.

The New Orleans Institute provides specialized services for the treatment of trauma and compulsive behaviors. The Eating Disorders Treatment Center offers a comprehensive program for male and female adults with anorexia, bulimia, and related eating disorders. Both the New Orleans Institute and the Eating Disorders Treatment Center are nationally recognized for their excellence. These programs receive referrals from around the United States and are acknowledged as leading centers in their respective fields.

Visit us online at: https://riveroakshospital.com/

River Oaks Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented Director of Plant Operations to join our team of compassionate, dedicated professionals. The Director of Plant Operations is responsible for the development, organization and management of the facility and grounds including Maintenance, Housekeeping and Safety. The Director of Plant Operations ensures duties are performed in a systematic and timely manner in accordance with hospital policies and procedures and applicable regulatory/accreditation rules and guidelines resulting in a well-maintained and patient/employee safe behavioral healthcare facility.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Directs all activities and staff pertaining to safety, grounds and building maintenance; housekeeping; security; and transportation and parking services in accordance with pertinent standards, regulations, and policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with pertinent healthcare building codes, accreditation standards, OSHA, and contractual work specifications; and oversee emergency facilities operational initiatives and plans.
• Oversee all construction projects and any work performed by outside vendors and contractors, while assuring that all work performed meets fire and safety codes.
• Maintain documentation for various regulatory agencies such as JC, City of New Orleans and Fire Marshall.
• Assure that OSHA guidelines and hospital safety policies are being followed.
• Essential Physical Requirements: Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Able to lift and carry equipment and supplies of 30 lbs or more.
• Exposure to Hazards: Minimum exposure to communicable diseases, potentially contaminated body fluids, and hazardous materials.

The Director of Plant Operations Job Requirements:

• Education: Required: High School diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree from a college or technical/trade school preferred.

• Education may be substituted with experience on a year to year basis.
• Licensure and Certification: Required: Valid Louisiana Drivers License.
• Experience: Required: Five years of experience in facilities management or related field. Preferred: Experience in JC readiness and surveys in a psychiatric setting.
• Knowledge of HVAC equipment, electrical, plumbing and mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory codes regarding Fire and Life Safety codes, building and engineering codes.
• 1-2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience communicating and managing staff and projects.

EEO Statement

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