Director of Plant Operations

Director Of Plant Operations

Starting wage is $76K! Negotiable upon skill and experience. Fulltime position.

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CLARENDALE SIX CORNERS is recruiting for a hospitality focused Director of Plant Operations to join our team! This role is responsible for overseeing the care and maintenance of all aspects of the community's physical plant to include maintaining an effective preventative maintenance program; the hiring, training and supervising of all plant and housekeeping employees; the coordinating of life safety and security programs; the procuring of supplies, material and equipment, and assisting with budget preparation and operating within budgetary guidelines.

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Director of Plant Operations :

1. Plans, provides and maintains a quality facility with respect to the interior and exterior of the buildings, roads, grounds, tools and equipment to achieve a safe, sanitary and healthy living / working environment for residents and staff, and to provide residents with quality transportation, security, reception and facility services.

2. Leads all departmental employee functions, providing the facility with productive, responsive employees who are well trained and effectively managed.

3. Develops departmental, community and corporate goals / objectives, formulate and implement tools for training evaluations and methods for follow-up. Maintain accurate documentation and meet Human Resources guidelines.

4. Implements systems and controls to achieve financial performance as established by the departmental budget. This includes developing budgets and capital spending plans on an annual basis.

5. Orchestrates departmental administration, subordinate groups and departments through effective leadership to enable the community to achieve its mission.

6. Assures that all services and programs are in compliance with federal, state and / or local laws and statutes.

7. Demonstrates technical and management knowledge, proficiency and initiative in achieving goals and meeting standards.

8. Develops and oversees Individual Development Plans for each Manager and supports their growth and educational opportunities.

9. Develops and implements a Succession Plan to prepare staff for future opportunities as the community and individuals grow.

10. Plans and initiates staff training in emergency preparedness, life safety, personal protective equipment, OSHA mandated training, and other required training. Monitors infection control guidelines within the department.

11. Supervises the performance of landscaping, maintenance, transportation, communications and security personnel through inspections and other quality assurance procedures.

12. Maintains an effective security department. Develops security policies and procedures, coordinates investigations, and maintains key security.

13. Maintains an effective communications department. Develops policies, procedures and schedules to effectively communicate with residents, guests, family members and staff.

14. Develops and maintains an effective transportation department. Maintains vehicle fleet and coordinates activities of the bus driver(s).

15. Develops and maintains landscaping and is responsible for coordination of fertilization, tree trimming, and bed maintenance contracts.

16. Implements established emergency policies and procedures. Responds to emergency service calls.

17. Plans and coordinates work of the department with other departments. Interfaces and works with certain resident committees (i.e., building and grounds).

18. Reviews and analyzes quality control, maintenance and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and operating or production problems.

Hospitality Focus :

The community fully embraces a culture of hospitality. To that end, we include the following hospitality promises as a guide for our interpersonal interactions with residents, co-workers, and guests :

1. We greet residents, employees and guests warmly, by name and with a smile.

2. We treat everyone with courteous respect.

3. We strive to anticipate resident, employee and guest needs and act accordingly.

4. We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.

5. We hold ourselves and one another accountable.

6. We embrace and value our differences.

7. We make residents, employees and guests feel important.

8. We ask "Is there anything else I can do for you?"

9. We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times.

Qualifications :

1. High School education required with thorough knowledge of plant operations and engineering. Bachelor degree in engineering or related field preferred.

2. At least five years experience in plant engineering and / or trades such as plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, refrigeration, ground maintenance, masonry or maintenance. Three years supervisory experience.

3. Ability to read, and interpret general business periodicals, or governmental regulations. Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.