Are you looking for the best place to work? Join Addiction Recovery Care, LLC (ARC) which was selected as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Kentucky by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, based on surveys of our employees!

Are you passionate about serving in an environment of shared purpose and shared goals while driving the ARC mission and values to excellence for our clients, patients and team members? ARC has been leading the way and has become one of the fastest growing healthcare systems in Kentucky (and beyond!) in addiction treatment, mental health services and improving lives by creating opportunities for people to discover hope and live their God-given destiny!

ARC is ready to offer you “The B.E.S.T. of ARC” (Balance, Energy, Safety, Training) on day 1 when you enter through our doors. ARC is a thriving, dynamic, and fast-paced healthcare system environment where compassion, accountability, respect for the dignity of life, entrepreneurship, and stewardship are key elements of everything we do!

We are hiring a Director of Plant Operations for our growing team! The Director of Plant Operations primary responsibility is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Plant Operations and Maintenance Department in accordance with policies and procedures, current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner. The Director is responsible for Plant Engineering, Maintenance,  Groundskeeping, Safety/Security, and oversight of contracted Biomedical Agencies for medical equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directs all staff in the fulfillment of project assignments, within budget and on schedule.
• Assures that all department staff maintains required training in hazardous materials and safety as established by OSHA guidelines.
• Maintains safe working conditions and practices.
• Trains employees in proper work practices and maintains training on a regular basis.
• Monitors department staff to assure that they are following established safety and infection control policies and procedures including body mechanics and ergonomics. 
• Ensures that department staff effectively participates in all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner. 
• Maintains the interior and exterior of all buildings and grounds in all seasons.  
• Ensures the performance, condition, and reliability of all plumbing, mechanical, and electrical equipment to ensure efficient operation. 
• Develops, evaluates, and maintains Preventative Maintenance Programs.  
• Develops, implements, and maintains written maintenance policies and procedures. 
• Assures that outside services are properly completed and supervised in accordance with contracts. 
• Ensures that all contractors comply with and follow the Expectations for Contractors. This includes Interim Life Safety Measures.  
• Conducts an annual assessment of facilities to identify needed improvements and repairs.
• Provides fiscal management for department operations to ensure proper utilization of financial resources. 
• Prepares and plans the department’s operating and capital budget, and forecasts the needs of the department. 
• Reviews billing from contractors/vendors for accuracy.
•  Ensures the safety of all patients, visitors, and staff. 
• Plans and coordinates with the Safety Officer to carry out fire drills in accordance with State Fire Regulations. 
• Work with Education Director to ensure that required annual fire safety training is offered to all staff. 
• Develops, evaluates, and maintains key control and badge proxy access to ensure building security. 
• Coordinates with Human Resources for all employee door proxy badge access, keypad codes, etc. 
• Serves as an active member of the Safety Committee. 
• Serves as an active member of the Quality Committee and provides quality reports on established matrixes.  
• Serves on the Infection Control Committee and works closely with the Director of Infection Control to provide a safe environment.  
• Maintains telecommunication systems and acts as primary contact for all service and maintenance. 
• Ensures that the maintenance staff is adequately trained in the areas of telephone, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, environmental controls, security systems, etc.. 
• Ensures compliance with the Preventative Maintenance of all medical equipment. 
• Inspects & performs minor repairs on medical equipment as needed, i.e. batteries, cables, power cords, minor hardware, etc.

Key Experience and Education Needed:

• Bachelors of Science degree in engineering, architecture, safety, construction management or related field preferred.   
• Seven years experience in related career fields.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience in motivating, training, appraising, and directing the efforts of professional and technical staff in a maintenance position. 
• Working knowledge in operation and maintenance services, groundskeeping, low-pressure hot water boilers, refrigeration and air conditioning, generators, plumbing and electrical systems, and equipment maintenance.   
• Must be knowledgeable in building codes and safety regulations.

Other Qualifications to be Considered:

• 5 years experience in a healthcare environment 
• 3 years experience in a management setting in healthcare

ARC full-time employees enjoy very attractive benefits packages for employees and their families to include health, dental, vision, life insurance, a wide array of ancillary insurance products for life’s needs, 401(k) plan with company matching and to ensure the work-life balance - generous paid vacation, sick, holiday and maternity/paternity leave policies.

Come join ARC and transform lives anchored in strong family relationships, social responsibility and meaningful career paths by empowering our nationally recognized crisis to career model!

Addiction Recovery Care, LLC and its affiliated entities are an equal opportunity employer.

ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.