Director of Plant Operations

Conemaugh Health System, Duke LifePoint Healthcare; Roaring Spring (Blair County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is seeking a Director of Plant Operations to lead the hospital's facilities and infrastructure, ensuring reliable systems and compliant operations. The role focuses on supervising a maintenance team, coordinating capital projects, and collaborating with leadership to support patient care needs.

The position involves hands-on maintenance, budget oversight, and vendor coordination, with responsibilities spanning planning, inspections, and regulatory readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Prior plant operations experience in a healthcare setting strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing facility systems, maintenance operations, and capital projects.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all plant operations functions, including maintenance of facility systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Lead a small team of staff members (including maintenance technicians and biomed support), providing day-to-day supervision, scheduling, and performance management.
• Perform and support hands-on maintenance activities as needed, including troubleshooting and assisting with repairs (e.g., boilers, electrical, general systems).
• Oversee and coordinate preventative maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Serve as a key stakeholder in capital projects, including planning, coordination, vendor management, and execution of facility upgrades and new equipment installations (e.g., MRI, surgical equipment, renovations).
• Collaborate with leadership and external partners to ensure timely completion of construction and renovation projects, including managing contractor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including coordination of inspections (state, fire, and safety) and readiness for surveys.
• Participate in environment of care and life safety processes, ensuring facility operations align with healthcare standards and requirements.
• Monitor facility systems and proactively identify maintenance needs, infrastructure improvements, and replacement planning (e.g., boilers, aging systems).
• Manage departmental operations, including budget oversight, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers for specialized maintenance and service agreements.
• Support emergency response and facility-related incidents, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation for maintenance activities, inspections, compliance, and projects.
• Foster a team-oriented, collaborative environment across departments and within the leadership team.
• Ensure regular and reliable attendance and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Plant operations leadership

Facilities management

Capital projects

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As The Director of Plant Operations joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Our Plant Operations team is a highly engaged, hands-on group responsible for keeping the hospital running smoothly behind the scenes. From managing essential systems to supporting major facility improvements, the team is deeply involved in both day-to-day operations and long-term projects. This is an opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team that takes ownership and pride in the hospital's infrastructure and growth.

How You'll Contribute

• Direct and oversee all plant operations functions, including maintenance of facility systems, equipment, and infrastructure
• Lead a small team of staff members (including maintenance technicians and biomed support), providing day-to-day supervision, scheduling, and performance management
• Perform and support hands-on maintenance activities as needed, including troubleshooting and assisting with repairs (e.g., boilers, electrical, general systems)
• Oversee and coordinate preventative maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with regulatory standards
• Serve as a key stakeholder in capital projects, including planning, coordination, vendor management, and execution of facility upgrades and new equipment installations (e.g., MRI, surgical equipment, renovations)
• Collaborate with leadership and external partners to ensure timely completion of construction and renovation projects, including managing contractor relationships
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including coordination of inspections (state, fire, and safety) and readiness for surveys
• Participate in environment of care and life safety processes, ensuring facility operations align with healthcare standards and requirements
• Monitor facility systems and proactively identify maintenance needs, infrastructure improvements, and replacement planning (e.g., boilers, aging systems)
• Manage departmental operations, including budget oversight, resource allocation, and cost control
• Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers for specialized maintenance and service agreements
• Support emergency response and facility-related incidents, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to operations
• Maintain accurate documentation for maintenance activities, inspections, compliance, and projects
• Foster a team-oriented, collaborative environment across departments and within the leadership team
• Ensure regular and reliable attendance and perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in a related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Additional requirements include:

• Prior plant operations experience in a healthcare setting strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing facility systems, maintenance operations, and capital projects
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience required
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Facility systems (HVAC, boilers, electrical, plumbing)
• Preventative maintenance programs
• Healthcare regulatory requirements (CMS, state regulations, life safety standards)
• Ability to coordinate and support construction and capital improvement projects
• Familiarity with inspection processes and regulatory compliance workflows
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and external contractors

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More About Conemaugh Nason Medical Center

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is a 45-bed hospital that has served rural and suburban populations in Roaring Spring, Altoona, and parts of Blair, Bedford, and Huntingdon counties for 121 years. With a state-of-the art cardiac catheterization lab, Conemaugh Nason offers a range of inpatient and outpatient cardiac services close to home. The hospital provides 24/7 emergency care as an accredited chest pain center, and offers comprehensive outpatient, imaging, diagnostic, and specialty services. As a LifePoint Health National Quality Leader, hospital personnel are leading the way among peers by delivering the highest quality of care for patients.

EEOC Statement

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.