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Company : Covenant Health
Location : Oak Ridge, TN, 37830
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 9 January 2026
Overview
Plant Engineering Supervisor
Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift
With more than 30 specialties from Cardiology and Neurosurgery to Orthopedics and Vascular care, Methodist Medical Center was one of the first hospitals in East Tennessee to offer cutting-edge treatments and technologies that benefit people with life-threatening aneurysms, severely damaged knee, hip and shoulder joints, sudden heart failure, and non-healing wounds.
- 283 licensed beds
- 25 ICU beds
- 12 intermediate care beds
- 38 emergency suites
- 2 cath labs
- 8 LDRP suites
- Over 250 active and courtesy physicians
- Over 800 employees
Position Summary:
Assists the director of engineering in scheduling, supervising and directing the work activities of employees engaged in the maintenance of building and utilities.
Recruiter: Rachel Dudek-Fleming || apply@covhlth.com
Responsibilities
- Manages repairs (mechanical and non-mechanical) to machines, equipment, masonry work, plumbing, heating, batteries, water treatment, plastering and sheet metal work.
- Supervises other related maintenance duties.
- Assists director in directing, performing and implementing in-house construction, assigning and assisting supervised personnel in specific jobs, and spot-checks work to ensure workmanship meets standards.
- Conducts employee performance appraisals, trains new employees in proper work methods and oversee employees' work performance to ensure hospital safety rules and regulations are being observed.
- Recommends improvements for physical plant and engineering operations to director.
- Schedules boiler operations and computes combustion efficiency; maintains and evaluates operating log books, including fuel consumed, steam produced and water treatment program.
- Assists in training and instructing assigned department personnel.
- Maintains supplies inventory and orders repair materials as necessary.
- Monitors the alarm panels and advises the director of engineering of any problems or malfunctions that need special attention.
- Monitors and maintains the proper levels of medical gases, fuels and operating supplies.
- Must be able to administer the labor contract.
- Remains mentally alert and maintains concentration with attention to detail for prolonged periods, at times under stress. Maintains adaptability, flexibility, initiative, persistence, and efficiency of time management and action.
- Does not pose a direct threat to health or safety of self or others. Provides safe, efficient, competent care to population assigned. Meets MMC Environment of Care Standards.
- Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
A high school diploma or its equivalent is required.
Minimum Experience:
Four (4) years of progressive experience in maintenance work are required. Prior management training and/or supervisor experience is required.
Licensure Requirements:
None is required.
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Frequently asked questions
In Oak Ridge’s healthcare facilities, a Plant Engineering Supervisor prioritizes swift diagnosis and repair of critical equipment failures, ensuring minimal disruption to patient care. This role demands familiarity with hospital safety protocols, rapid coordination with medical staff, and proactive preventative maintenance to keep all systems operational.
Effective supervision at Covenant Health involves clear communication, strong decision-making, and the ability to motivate a diverse maintenance team. A supervisor must balance technical expertise with empathy, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the hospital’s engineering department.
Expertise in mechanical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and water treatment is essential. Additionally, knowledge of medical gas systems, boiler operations, and compliance with healthcare safety standards greatly enhances performance in hospital engineering supervision roles.
Engineering supervisors in Oak Ridge hospitals generally earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. The specialized nature of medical facility maintenance and supervisory responsibilities often commands competitive compensation.
Oak Ridge, with its expanding medical centers like Covenant Health, shows steady demand for skilled supervisors in plant engineering. The region's focus on advanced medical technologies drives the need for experienced maintenance leadership to ensure operational reliability.
While no strict licensure is required, certifications in hospital safety, HVAC maintenance, and medical gas handling are highly valued in East Tennessee. Local healthcare employers often favor candidates with training aligned to regional regulatory standards and facility-specific protocols.
At Covenant Health, the supervisor coordinates closely with the director of engineering and maintenance crews, scheduling repairs and overseeing quality control. This role is pivotal in implementing efficient work distribution and ensuring compliance with hospital safety and operational standards.
Balancing diverse maintenance tasks across multiple specialties, such as cardiology and neurosurgery, requires adaptability. The supervisor must manage complex equipment upkeep while ensuring minimal disruption to patient services in a fast-paced hospital environment.