Director-Plant Operations

Catholic Health; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and differentials

Tuition assistance

Defined pension plan

Growth-friendly culture

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospital, a proud member of Catholic Health, seeks a Director of Plant Operations to lead daily facilities operations at a 203-bed community hospital in Bethpage, NY.

The role focuses on maintaining safe, reliable environments for patient care while driving energy efficiency and capital improvements. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in healthcare facilities, CHFM certification, and strong leadership, budgeting, and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Healthcare engineering or facilities management experience (≥5 years).
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and hospital systems.
• Proven leadership, project management and budgeting skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD experience preferred.
• CHFM certification and experience with Joint Commission and OSHA requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily facilities operations, maintenance, repairs, HVAC, utilities, buildings, and grounds.
• Lead and develop engineering and maintenance staff.
• Manage renovations, capital projects, and equipment upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Develop budgets, control costs, and improve operational efficiency.
• Drive energy conservation and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to support safe, reliable patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Director of Plant Operations

Location: St. Joseph Hospital – A Member of Catholic Health

Join

St. Joseph Hospital, a proud member of Catholic Health, and help ensure a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all who enter our doors. Located in Bethpage, NY, St. Joseph is a 203-bed, community-focused hospital.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee daily facilities operations, maintenance, repairs, HVAC, utilities, buildings, and grounds
• Lead and develop engineering and maintenance staff
• Manage renovations, capital projects, and equipment upgrades
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Develop budgets, control costs, and improve operational efficiency
• Drive energy conservation and sustainability initiatives
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to support safe, reliable patient care

Job Requirements

• High School diploma required; degree preferred
• Minimum of five years of healthcare engineering or facilities management experience
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and hospital building systems
• Proven leadership, project management, and budgeting skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD experience preferred
• CHFM certification and experience with Joint Commission and OSHA requirements preferred

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay + differentials and benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Defined pension plan
• Growth-friendly culture

Salary Range

USD $145,000.00 - USD $164,000.00 /Yr.

Lead with purpose. Help us maintain a safe, dependable environment where our community receives exceptional care.

The rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.