DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING/PLANT OPERATIONS- FT - DAY SHIFT

UHS; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee assistance

Job summary

Universal Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Director of Plant Operations at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center. This senior leadership role directs facilities management, safety programs, and energy initiatives to ensure safe, efficient hospital operations.

You will oversee staff and contractors, manage operating and capital budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance with TJC, CMS, EPA, OSHA and local codes, while championing service excellence for patients and employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required plus degree or certification in a technical trade or facility-related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hospital engineering management experience required.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes, TJC and CMS standards, EPA, OSHA, and state/local regulations.
• Comprehensive experience across building trades, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Previous project management experience required.
• Ability to obtain Secure and TEAM Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training within 6 months of hire.
• DOT HAZMAT training required within 90 days of employment and maintained thereafter.

Responsibilities

• The Director of Plant Operations plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and controls the operations of the Plant Operations and Facilities Management departments.
• Directs the Hospital Safety Officer role, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage staff and contractors to ensure safe and efficient operation of hospital buildings.
• Oversee repair and maintenance of equipment and facilities; support energy management initiatives.
• Develop operating and capital budgets; oversee Safety and Emergency Management Program.

Skills

Staff leadership

Safety compliance

Project management

Communication

CMMS/BMS use

Education

High school diploma

Technical trade/facility-related degree or certification

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

BMS

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Director of Plant Operations – St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center

Status: Full‑Time, Salaried
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Days

St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center is offering an exciting opportunity to work with a talented , dedicated, and compassionate team as our new Director of Plant Operations. This position is responsible for directing and overseeing the functionality and safety of the facility to protect our patients and employees and provide Service Excellence at every opportunity.

Benefits

St. Mary’s offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and extended leave benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program
• Hospital-paid life and disability insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits available

Position Summary

The Director of Plant Operations plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and controls the operations of the Plant Operations and Facilities Management departments. This leader serves as the Hospital Safety Officer, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including The Joint Commission (TJC), CMS, EPA, OSHA, and others. Responsibilities include managing staff and contractors to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all hospital buildings, overseeing the repair and maintenance of equipment and facilities, supporting energy management initiatives, and developing both operating and capital budgets. This role also oversees the Safety and Emergency Management Program for the organization.

Essential Job Functions & Duties

Safety & Compliance

• Prioritize employee and patient safety in all operational procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Infection Control, Environment of Care (EOC), and other safety standards.
• Conduct staff training, safety rounds, and documentation review.
• Assign, verify and document completion of all routine maintenance and repairs
• Direct, oversee and maintain required documentation for energy management and conservation and preventative maintenance programs.

Leadership & Staffing

• Assess staffing needs and maintain adequate coverage for all facility operations.
• Utilize tracking tools to measure productivity, workflow, and department performance.
• Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not be limited to, providing supervision and professional development, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition for Service Excellence.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• High school diploma required plus degree or certification in a technical trade or facility-related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hospital engineering management experience required.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes, TJC and CMS standards, EPA, OSHA, and state/local regulations.
• Comprehensive experience across building trades, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Previous project management experience required.
• Ability to obtain Secure and TEAM Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training within 6 months of hire.
• DOT HAZMAT training required within 90 days of employment and maintained thereafter.

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. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. 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 all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the Facility to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment on the basis any legally protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 and over or as otherwise defined by applicable law), disability or genetic information (including family medical history) or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State, or local law. For purposes of this policy, race includes traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair type, texture, length and protective hairstyles (including but not limited to, braids, locks, twists, Bantu knots, hair coverings, etc.). If certain workspaces require such restrictions for health and safety reasons, non-discriminatory accommodations should be considered and implemented if feasible.

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