Job Description

Director of Facilities – Catawba Division

MUSC Health | Lancaster, SC (Charlotte NC Metro Area)

Job Summary/Purpose

Under the general administrative direction of the Division Chief Operating Officer (COO) and with direct support from the System Chief Facilities Officer, the Director of Facilities provides leadership and direct oversight for Facilities Operations and Maintenance across MUSC Health’s Catawba Division. This role ensures all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, along with all other equipment, function effectively and efficiently, in compliance with life safety, fire safety, CMS, DHEC, NFPA, and other regulatory requirements. The Director will oversee all corrective and preventive maintenance programs, ensure accurate and timely documentation, and promptly address any utilities or life safety disruptions. This position also supervises the safety/security officer, groundskeeper, and clerical staff.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Ensure repair and maintenance activities are conducted safely and in compliance with CMS, DHEC, OSHA, and NFPA standards.
• Provide local leadership for capital infrastructure renewal and assist in multi-year planning with the MUSC System Chief Facilities Officer.
• Oversee construction/renovation projects within the division.
• Manage departmental budgets, staffing, and vendor contracts to support operational goals.
• Lead facility maintenance programs based on healthcare industry best practices, with a focus on preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Train, equip, and motivate staff to ensure safe, cost-effective, and timely operations.
• Collaborate with hospital staff and support services to minimize patient and staff disruption.
• Utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track corrective and preventive work orders.
• Maintain continuous readiness for weather events, natural disasters, and emergency response.
• Ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant environment for patients, employees, medical staff, and the public.
• Must be able to return to campus within one hour of notification to respond to critical events.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of healthcare engineering/maintenance experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred; equivalent work experience considered.
• Familiarity with Emergency Management Accreditation Program Standards.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Proven ability to manage facilities teams, capital projects, and regulatory compliance in a healthcare setting.

About the Catawba Division

The Catawba Division of MUSC Health serves one of the fastest-growing regions of South Carolina, providing high-quality care close to home while expanding access through new facilities and service lines. This division includes:

• Lancaster Medical Center – a 225-bed acute care hospital serving as the hub of care in the region.
• Chester Medical Center – an 82 bed community-based hospital providing essential medical services.
• Indian Land Medical Center – a brand-new 99-bed facility opening soon in one of the state’s fastest-growing communities.

Together, these facilities ensure patients across the region have access to comprehensive, innovative, and reliable care backed by the state’s only academic health system.

Why Join MUSC Health?

MUSC Health is South Carolina’s only comprehensive academic health system, with 16 hospitals and more than 26,000 team members. As part of the Catawba Division, you will help oversee facilities for Lancaster Medical Center, Chester Medical Center, and the new 99-bed Indian Land Medical Center. MUSC offers a culture of collaboration, integrity, and innovation along with a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.

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