Facilities Maintenance Technician

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan (day one)

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs (TRS)

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an ARC Maintenance Service Technician to support daily operations within ARC facilities, including the warehouse. Responsibilities include basic facility maintenance, work order management, and equipment inventory to ensure reliable and compliant operations.

The role requires high school education and at least one year in a lab animal setting or maintenance experience, plus a valid Texas driver’s license for state vehicle operation.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year in laboratory animal setting, or one year maintenance experience.
• Licenses: Texas Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks across multiple ARC buildings to ensure all facilities remain in proper working order and good condition.
• Adheres to all standard operating procedures and complete required UTSW compliance training promptly.
• Supports accreditation efforts for the animal care program by following applicable regulations and institutional policies.
• Performs diagnostic and repair maintenance on holding racks, blower systems and other equipment to verify proper functionality.
• Supports area shift coverage, after hours or extended projects as needed and assist in maintenance repairs.
• Initiates facility service requests as needed and assist with maintenance activities or projects in collaboration with Facilities Management. Act as the primary point of contact for related work orders, ensuring clear and consistent communication across teams. Maintain proper documentation as required.
• Assists with developing and implementing training materials for various departments as needed.
• Assists with ordering parts, vendor management, and maintaining work order system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Laboratory animal setting experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an ARC Maintenance Service Technician to support daily operations within ARC facilities, including the warehouse. Responsibilities include basic facility maintenance, work order management, and equipment inventory to ensure reliable and compliant operations.

The role requires high school education and at least one year in a lab animal setting or maintenance experience, plus a valid Texas driver’s license for state vehicle operation.