DIR - Engineering/plant OPS

Plant Operations And Environment Of Care Director

Since 1987, Laurel Ridge Treatment Center has been the premier provider of specialized behavioral health and addictive disease services in San Antonio and South Texas. Our 330-bed facility is one of the largest freestanding psychiatric hospitals in the United States. Set on a therapeutic 29-acre campus in north central San Antonio, Laurel Ridge’s serves as the setting for the treatment for children, adolescents, young adults, adults, veterans and military personnel. Laurel Ridge’s comprehensive programs treat disorders such as bipolar disorder, psychological trauma, PTSD, depression and anxiety, mental illnesses and addictive disease disorders such as alcoholism, drug addiction and substance abuse.

Laurel Ridge Treatment Center is part of one of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). UHS has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune for 10 years in a row.

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 $10.77 billion in 2018. 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 87,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 327 behavioral health facilities, 40 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.

Reports To: Chief Operations Officer

Supervises: Maintenance Workers and Contracting Staff

Position Purpose

The Plant Operations And Environment Of Care Director ensures the maintenance of a safe, clean, healthy, and physical environment for patients, staff and guests in the standard consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Laurel Ridge Treatment Center. The Director is responsible to manage FTE’s and budgetary daily initiatives within that department. Also include state, federal, local and Managed Care regulatory compliance for Fire and Life Safety Codes, building and engineering codes, maintenance and operations of HVAC equipment plumbing, electrical, carpentry and grounds maintenance. Strong management skills and the ability to communicate in verbal and written form, in a clear concise manner with staff and administrative personnel is required.

Job Summary

This position directs and coordinates activities of this Director’s staff that will engage in repairs, maintenance and installation of plant equipment. This position assures the maintenance of building security, safety, grounds, and utilities are up to standard 24/7/365. This is accomplished through utilization of Shared Services Staff, cost effective labor, equipment and supplies. The Director’s role is one of fire marshal, plant safety manager, chief security officer and chairman of the Safety Committee. This position also exists to protect life and property of all persons on the hospital premises and to police the hospital grounds to prevent fire, theft, and vandalism. Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.
• Develops, writes, and implements departmental policies and procedures.
• Develops, writes and implements quarterly training for staff.
• Ensures customer satisfaction to all patients, visitors, and staff.
• As Safety Officer, develops, writes and implements plant operations program that is reported to Safety Committee.
• Covers work areas as needed.
• Maintains Computerized Maintenance Management.
• Meets Roof Maintenance Standards.
• Meets Building Maintenance Program for Life Safety.
• Meets TJC Emergency Preparedness Standards.
• Meets Infrastructure Assessment Standards.
• Proficient in Long-range Capital Planning.
• Proficient in Disaster Planning, Recovery and Mitigation.
• Meets Medical Equipment Maintenance Standards.
• Proficient in Inventory Management.
• Maintains, controls, supervises all aspects of central supply, purchasing, and mailroom.
• Outlined in Trainings.

Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge in the following areas: (1) Maintenance practices (2) Departmental & personnel policies and procedures (3) Fire and safety code (4) JCAHO requirements (5) State and federal regulations as it relates to plant operations with broad knowledge of plant technology and engineering. Skills in the operation of cleaning and maintenance equipment; Ability to plan, organize, and conduct maintenance processes in a timely manner; Compliance with Laurel Ridge safety and loss control policies; strong verbal and written communication skills.

Education: College graduate; preferably with Facility Engineering Degree or work experience equivalent.

Licensure/Certification: Valid Class C driver license; clean driving record.

Experience: Must have a minimum of 5 years in general plant operation/engineering and building construction. Supervisor experienced required.

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:

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