Asst DIR - Engineering/Plant OP

• Responsibilities One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $11.4 billion in 2019. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 90,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 328 behavioral health facilities, 42 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. 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. Notice At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1
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• The Assistant Director Of Engineering - Plant Operations supports the Director in overseeing daily operations, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning for Facilities Management and Environmental Services. This role ensures a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment that supports patient care and safety, hospital staff needs and requests, and operational efficiency. Facilities Management
• Assist in managing preventive and corrective maintenance programs for buildings, grounds, utilities, and infrastructure
• Oversee work order systems and ensure timely completion of maintenance requests
• Support capital improvement projects, renovations, and vendor coordination
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (Joint Commission, CMS, NFPA, OSHA, DHHS and all local requirements)
• Participate in life safety, environment of care, emergency preparedness, and utility management programs
• Assist with budgeting, cost control, and vendor contract management and negotiations
• Supervise facilities maintenance staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
• Assure all equipment and life safety inspection are completed on time and in accordance with The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements and results are documented and filed in TJC binders for each hospital.
• Available to respond to weekends, holidays and after-hours emergencies Environmental Services (EVS)
• Assist in managing EVS operations to ensure cleanliness, infection prevention, and patient satisfaction standards are met
• Ensure adherence to hospital sanitation, disinfection, and waste management protocols
• Monitor quality assurance metrics, audits, and corrective actions
• Support staffing plans, productivity standards, and supply inventory management
• Collaborate with Infection Prevention and Nursing leadership on cleaning standards and outbreak response
• Oversee the daily functions of the EVS supervisor
• In conjunction with the EVS supervisor, assure that documented weekly unit environmental inspections are completed in all three hospitals Leadership & Collaboration
• Serve as acting Director in the Director’s absence
• Coordinate with clinical, administrative, and safety departments
• Support policy development, staff education, and performance improvement initiatives
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as required

Job

Minimum of high school diploma and ability to obtain Certified Healthcare Facility Manager certification within two years. Associates Degree is preferred.

2 years of facility management/engineer experience and 1 year of previous hospital management experience required. Previous project management experience preferred. Experience or working knowledge in all aspects of building trades, including HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, carpentry.

Technical

Intermediate level computer experience. Including Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook. Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and Building Management Systems.

Knowledge of NFPA codes and standards, Joint Commission and CMS standards, OSHA, EPA and state and local codes and standards License/Certification: Current Certified Healthcare Facility Manager certification or has the ability to obtain within two years. Valid NC Driver’s License. Other: Proven managerial skills.

Good organizational skills. Good oral and written communication skills. PRIMARY

Safety 1. Participates in the development and revision of all policies and procedures related to Safety and Environment of Care (EOC) compliance. Uses research and regulation in policy formulation. 2.

Monitors all environments for safe practices. Directly observes staff behaviors to identify methods to reduce risks. 3. Educates staff on EOC regulations including fire safety, emergency procedures and codes, MSDS, etc. during orientation, annual skills fair, and on an on-going basis. 4.

Annually evaluates EOC compliance program. Analyzes trends and effectiveness of strategies. 5. Leads and chairs the EOC Committee.

Conducts safety rounds with other EOC committee members and makes recommendations for corrective actions. 6. Develops plans and conducts fire and emergency preparedness drills including use of Hazard Vulnerability Analysis and community involvement. 7. Serves as Safety Officer.

Grounds and Building 1. Schedules work based upon established priorities, budgetary constraints and agreed upon plan of preventative maintenance. 2. Conducts various maintenance inspections and safety surveys to ensure a safe environment according to various local, state and federal regulations and other applicable standards. 3.

Ensures proper maintenance in all areas of the environment including buildings and grounds. 4. Oversees maintenance on all equipment, buildings, vehicles, etc. as necessary. 5. Ensures that all new equipment is tested prior to being placed into services. 6.

Ensures that periodic testing are carried out and that training protocols are established for its use. 7. Coordinates the ordering, stocking and monitoring of supplies, parts and various equipment. 8. Researches the purchase of new items and completion of the CAR process.

Assists in the design, development, planning and bidding phases. 9. Manages construction and tracks all construction projects 10. Negotiates appropriately with various contractors and suppliers of the facility and supervises the work. 11.

Provides for the maintenance and back up of utilities, mechan