Director of Facilities

The Director of Facilities is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of hospital buildings, grounds, and mechanical/electrical systems, while ensuring compliance with all local, state, NFPA, OSHA, and Joint Commission regulations and standards. The position also serves as the Hospital Safety Officer. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.

Essential Functions:

• Organizes and conducts proper preventive and corrective maintenance of all building structures and electrical, mechanical, and emergency systems in hospital facilities.
• Maintains an environment through physical maintenance, risk assessments, and safety reviews that promotes the safety of staff, visitors, medical staff, and patients.  Assess the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.  Complies with appropriate and approved safety standards.
• Maintains hard and soft copies of all required data, reports, records of inspections and testing/drill schedules in accordance with local, state, Federal and The Joint Commission requirements. Manages site Safety Data Sheet program in keeping with regulatory requirements.
• Observes operating equipment, meters, and gauges to ensure that operation is in accordance with specified instructions; adjusts and repairs equipment controls to correct malfunctions as necessary.  Maintains log of meter gauges, graph readings and repair work performed.
• Trains, assists, and directs the work of employees within the department. Is available for information and direct or indirect assistance to staff at all times.
• As Safety Officer, coordinates and ensures the appropriate completion of activities designated by the Hospital Safety Committee or by Corporate offices.
• Conducts, reviews and coordinates safety education orientation program for new employees and continuing education for all employees.
• May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards. Adheres to policies and procedures regarding use of hazardous material and utilizes/wears required protective equipment and/or clothing.
• Completes required trainings, as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

Minimum Job Requirements 

Minimum Education & Experience: 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent OR 4 years direct experience required. 
• Completion of approved, accredited trade school program, or apprenticeship preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation:

• Certification or licensing of one of the following is preferred:  Plumbing, HVAC, Air Conditioning, or Electrician.
• Must maintain acceptable driving record, current driver’s license, and insurability.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current standards and codes applicable to health care facilities, SDS information, Life Safety Code, NFPA, OSHA, and ADA requirements and specifications.
• Knowledge of current standards and procedures regarding hazardous waste and materials.
• Demonstrates proficiency with general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
• Ability to use equipment necessary for the job function.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection prevention standards.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:

• A significant amount of walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling for both momentary and prolonged periods.
• Both gross and precise motor functions.
• Lifting/exerting up to 50 lbs.
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Routine exposure to heat, cold, loud noise, restricted space, and moving parts.