Plant Operation-Safety Manager

LOCATION: WICKENBURG, AZ

Wickenburg Community Hospital is a beautiful and sophisticated rural-access hospital located in Wickenburg, Arizona. WCH is a 8-bed Emergency Department, 19-bed Acute department and many ancillary services. We also have 3 Primary Care Clinics. Here at WCH, we strive to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and care. Join us today and let us be part of your success story.

We offer:

• Full Benefits
• PTO/Sick Leave
• Wellness Benefits

Wickenburg Community Hospital is a non-profit organization and qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Plant Operations Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing all aspects associated with the plant operations of the facility. Oversees the maintenance, housekeeping, landscaping and utilities of the hospital, it’s clinics and mobile clinic. This position will direct the plant operations, maintenance, repair, mechanical systems and equipment for the facilities. Oversees all aspects of the Safety Program and Environment of Care for the facility. Responsibility includes hands-on with assisting with repairs as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

This is a hands-on position requiring direct involvement in maintenance and repairs.

Lead staff to ensure efficiency, safety, and plant reliability.

Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and hospital regulations.

Serve as Safety Director, managing access control, security, and surveillance. Holds safety committee meetings.

Manage construction, renovation, and daily maintenance projects.

Oversee facility openings, upgrades, and cleaning initiatives from conception to completion.

Manage construction, renovation, and daily maintenance projects.

Oversee facility openings, upgrades, and cleaning initiatives from conception to completion.

Monitor projects for compliance with plans, building, and fire codes.

Assess building systems, prepare cost evaluations, and manage procurement.

Maintain and manage inventory, equipment repairs, and replacements.

Keep work areas and patient environments clean and organized.

Complete and maintain required regulatory documentation for all necessary agencies

Conduct life safety inspections, including fire drills and equipment tests.

Maintain facilities per NFPA, CMS, Life Safety and all required regulatory and compliance requirements. 

Adhere to confidentiality, ethical standards, and patient privacy requirements.

Participates in all required meetings and committees

Acts as liaison with contractors, architects, engineers, material and equipment suppliers

Prepares department budgets and submits to Executive Leadership for approval. 

      Develops and maintains an organizational preventative maintenance program. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

      Education: Bachelor's degree or Trade School equivalent. 

     Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Plant Maintenance and Services, EOC, and Life Safety, that includes Supervisory or Management experience.

Strong computer, database, and analytical skills

Strong Project Management skills

Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills

     Must have knowledge and an ability to perform basic in-house services, such as plumbing, light electrical work, drywall, painting, HVAC, etc. 

     Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills required.

     Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.

     Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

     Must be familiar with building maintenance techniques, equipment and operation of plumbing and heating systems

     Should understand engineering specifications and is familiar with industrial ordering and inspection procedures

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

5 years’ experience in a hospital setting.

5 or more years of experience in a construction or trade.

Previous leadership experience

Demonstrated management and organizational skills. 

      Knowledge and awareness of CMS, Joint Commission, State Department of Health Department and Life Safety Code regulations. Accompanies appropriate State and          local authorities inspecting buildings and utility systems

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be able to stoop, bend, stretch, and squat to access tight spaces.

Must be able to lift to 50 pounds frequently

Must be able to stand for long periods of time. 

May be exposed to a constant noise level due to the office environment.