Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance

HEALING THE BODY AND MIND 

Founded fifteen (15) years ago, NPH is the largest hospital system in the nation providing care to patients with both neurological and medical needs.  We are unique in that we serve a population which others have been previously been unable to, largely due the patient’s underlying medial issues.  Our facilities maintain an inter-disciplinary focus using a multi-specialty approach for both neuropsychiatric and complex medical care issues.  This proven approach provides unrivaled quality care for all of our patients.  We have multiple locations throughout the United States and are continuing to add locations to ensure better access to our unique model of care.

Kalamazoo Behavioral Health Hospital is currently searching for a Director of Plant Operations for our psychiatric hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The Director of Plant Operations is a key leadership team member for the hospital and will have primary oversight of maintenance and environmental services department to ensure a safe, high-quality experience for our patients, staff, guests, and visitors. 

Benefits of joining NPH

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• NPH 401(k) plan with up to 4% Company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Programs
• Generous PTO and Time Off Policy
• Special tuition offers through Capella University
• Work/life balance with great professional growth opportunities
• Employee Discounts through LifeMart

This is a hands-on role that will be responsible for basic maintenance around the facility. Knowledge of light drywall repair, light plumbing and electrical, and troubleshooting abilities is necessary to be successful in this position. In addition, the director of plant operations will be accountable for:

• Planning and organizing department resources
• Managing all aspects associated with the maintenance and upkeep of the facility.
• Oversee the housekeeping and maintenance departments and their staff as assigned. Direct and perform the maintenance, repairs, mechanical systems, fire, life safety, and equipment management for the facility.
• Ensure the preparation of various statistical and operating reports for the hospital's Safety/Risk Committee and up to the governing board.
• Responsible for assigned departmental performance improvement and quality initiatives consistent with organizational policies and procedures.

Education: High School diploma required

Experience: Two years of hospital plant operations experience is required. 

Experience with basic maintenance tasks, including: drywall repair and painting, light plumbing, electrical, landscaping, and sanitation 

Excellent problem solver with the ability think critically while managing multiple tasks

Familiarity with Joint Commission and State standards for hospital safety and operation a plusEEDMF

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