Director Plant Ops/Maintenance

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks a Director of Facilities Management to lead Engineering, Housekeeping, Laundry, Communications, and Security. You will oversee 24/7 operations, safety, and maintenance of the health facility environment for residents and staff.

You will ensure strict regulatory compliance, manage budgets and capital projects, and hire and develop staff. Strong leadership, financial acumen, and experience in healthcare facilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or Business Administration, or an Associate's degree with significant experience.
• 5-10 years of facilities operations experience, with at least 3-5 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Prior experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and oversee all of the Facilities Management Departments, (Engineering, Housekeeping, Laundry, Communications, Security departments)
• The Director of Facilities Management is responsible for the 24/7 operation, safety, and maintenance of the physical environment for residents and staff.
• Ensures facility compliance with CMS, OSHA, NFPA Life Safety Code, and state health standards while managing budgets, staff, and long-term capital projects.
• Ability to read and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Respond to inquiries or complaints from regulators or the business community; present information to top management or boards of directors.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Emergency response

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or Business Administration

Associate's degree with significant experience

Tools

CHFM

CFM / FMP

ICS 100/200/700/800

G46 Certificate of Fitness

S95 Certificate of Fitness

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and oversee all of the Facilities Management Departments, (Engineering, Housekeeping, Laundry, Communications, Security departments)
• The Director of Facilities Management (or Director of Plant Operations) is responsible for the 24/7 operation, safety, and maintenance of the physical environment for residents and staff.
• Ensures that the facility remains compliant with strict healthcare-specific regulations while managing budgets, staff, and long-term capital projects.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and / or boards of directors.
• Deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems
• Ability to respond decisively during emergencies and resolve complex infrastructure issues under pressure.
• Proficiency in budget planning, cost-containment strategies, and analyzing financial data.
• Ensures the facility adheres to all federal, state, and local codes, including CMS, OSHA, NFPA (Life Safety Code), and state Department of Public Health standard
• Responsible for hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating maintenance and environmental services staff.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or Business Administration, or an Associate's degree with significant experience.
• Experience: Require 5-10 years of facilities operations experience, with at least 3-5 years in a management or supervisory role. Prior experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting preferred
• Certifications: Highly preferred certifications include:
  • Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM)
  • Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or FMP Facility Management Professional (FMP)
  • FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, 800
  • G46 Certificate of Fitness
  • S95 Certificate of Fitness