Lead Plant Operations

# Lead Plant Operations Rice Community Hospital - Lyons, KS 67554## Overview Position Type Full Time## Description
** LEAD PLANT OPERATIONS
**** Lead Plant Operations
** team member plays a critical role in maintaining the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of the hospital’s physical plant, equipment, and infrastructure. This position performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work across multiple building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and general facilities. The Lead Plant Operations Team Member works with minimal supervision, serves as a technical resource to other team members, and supports regulatory readiness while ensuring a safe healing environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Perform skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of hospital building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and basic life safety systems.
* Independently diagnose equipment and facility issues, determine corrective actions, and complete repairs in a timely and compliant manner.
* Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and performance checks on facility systems and equipment to ensure optimal operation and regulatory compliance.
* Respond promptly to emergency maintenance calls, including after-hours or on-call situations, to restore critical systems and minimize downtime.
* Maintain and support critical utility systems, including emergency power (generators), medical gas systems (as applicable), and fire protection systems.
* Assist with coordination and oversight of contractors and vendors, including monitoring work quality, safety compliance, and adherence to scope of work.
* Support facility upgrades, renovations, and system improvements, including installation of new equipment and modifications to existing infrastructure.
* Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, preventive maintenance activities, inspections, and identified risks using approved maintenance tracking systems.
* Assist with hospital grounds maintenance as needed, including seasonal tasks such as snow removal, mowing, and exterior upkeep.
* Safely handle and dispose of waste, recyclables, and materials in accordance with environmental, safety, and infection control standards.
* Operate hospital vehicles and light trucks for material transport, equipment movement, and local pickups or deliveries.
* Identify safety hazards, code issues, or system deficiencies and proactively report and recommend corrective actions to Plant Operations leadership.
* Serve as a mentor or resource to entry-level Plant Operations staff, modeling best practices in safety, workmanship, and professionalism.
* Adhere to all safety protocols, hospital policies, and regulatory standards, including OSHA, CMS, and applicable Joint Commission requirements.
* Utilize computerized maintenance management system (The Worx Hub ) to document and track work orders and preventive maintenance.
** Qualifications**
* ** Education**  + High school diploma or equivalent preferred  + Technical training, vocational education or trade certification preferred
* ** Experience**  + Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations, or a related technical role.  + Prior experience in healthcare, industrial or commercial facilities environment preferred
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* Skills and Abilities

**:  + Demonstrated working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.  + Ability to read and interpret basic technical manuals, schematics, and work orders.  + Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.  + Ability to work independently and self-motivated with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities effectively  + High attention to detail with a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and quality workmanship.  

+ Physical ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs and perform extended periods of standing, walking, bending, and climbing.  + Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record for local deliveries.
** Working Conditions
*** This position involves physical labor and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
* Exposure to potential hazards such as chemicals, waste materials, and machinery noise.
* May require flexible hours, including some weekends or on-call shifts for emergency maintenance.
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