Director of Plant Operations/Environmental Services

Universal Health Services; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockford Center in Newark, DE seeks a Plant Operations Director to oversee Housekeeping and Maintenance, ensuring a safe, clean environment for patients and staff. The role leads staff, coordinates preventive maintenance, and aligns with infection-control and quality standards.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, a valid driver’s license, and knowledge of NFPA, JCAHO, CMS, OSHA. Certification as a Healthcare Facility Manager is preferred or obtainable within one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Construction Management or Business Admin preferred; high school diploma/GED accepted.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Knowledge of NFPA, Joint Commission, CMS, OSHA and local codes.
• Certified Healthcare Facility Manager or ability to obtain within one year.
• Experience in building trades: HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, carpentry.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with CMMS and BMS.
• Project management experience; leadership of a diverse labor force.
• Ability to interact with senior leadership professionally.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of Housekeeping and Maintenance.
• Conduct safety surveys and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Apply standards related to housekeeping and plant safety.
• Plan monthly training, cross training and communications.
• Submit Annual Training Calendar for EOC staff.
• Implement Housekeeping Unitization program.
• Identify service delivery trends and implement changes.
• Coordinate supplies, equipment, and vendor contracts.
• Maintain licensure and certifications with relevant authorities.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities mgmt

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Ops Mgmt

Tools

CMMS

Building Management System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Rockford Center is a 138-bed mental health facility located in Newark, DE, providing easy access to a full complement of inpatient and partial behavioral health programs for children and adolescents, adults, and older adults. Rockford is the only child inpatient behavioral health facility in DE, offers an experienced and tenured senior management team, and serves New Castle County and northern Maryland.

Website: Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Services | Rockford Center | Newark, DE

Position Summary: The Plant Operations Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Housekeeping and Maintenance departments within Rockford. This role ensures a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment that supports patient care and complies with regulatory standards. The Director leads and manages staff, coordinates preventative and corrective maintenance, and ensures housekeeping services meet infection control and quality standards. This position plays a key role in facility safety, operational efficiency, and supporting a therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily operations of the Housekeeping and Maintenance departments.
• Conducts inspections and safety surveys to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Standards relating to the integrated services area of responsibility (housekeeping, & plant maintenance/safety).
• Plans and conducts monthly meetings for training, cross training and communications.
• Submit Annual Training Calendar for EOC employees.
• Implementation of Housekeeping Unitization program.
• Identifies trends in the delivery of services and implements change to better meet the needs of both patient and staff..
• Coordinates the ordering, stocking and monitoring of supplies and equipment.
• Negotiates and supervises appropriately with the various contracts and vendors.
• Meet all JCAHO, Federal, State, County, City or other governing body status of compliance to maintain licensure and or operating certification.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Requirement

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Construction Management or Business Administration preffered. High school diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of NFPA codes and standards, Joint Commission and CMS standards, OSHA, EPA and state and local codes and standards
• Holds current Certified Healthcare Facility Manager certification or has the ability to obtain within one year
• Experience or working knowledge in all aspects of building trades, including HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, carpentry
• Intermediate level computer experience. Utilizes Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and Building Management Systems
• Previous project management experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing a diverse labor force.
• Ability to interact with senior leadership in a professional manner.

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.

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