Maintenance Supervisor III

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor III to lead the Vernon State Hospital facility maintenance team. You will schedule, oversee and coordinate maintenance and construction work to meet life-safety and code requirements.

The role requires supervising staff across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and grounds, with on-call duties and potential overtime. Full-time, on-site position with stable state benefits.

Qualifications

• Supervises and coordinates maintenance staff and projects.
• Knowledge of life safety codes, NFPA standards, and safety regulations.
• Ability to read blueprints and AutoCAD drawings.

Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance and construction staff; schedules work and assigns tasks.
• Ensures code compliance and manages materials, hours, and costs for projects.
• Supervises preventive maintenance across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and grounds.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Facilities maintenance

Budgeting

HVAC

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Carpentry

Life safety codes

AutoCAD

CAFM

Tools

AutoCAD

CAFM

Job description

Career Opportunities: Maintenance Supervisor III (20992)

Posting ID20992-Posted09/04/2026-Health & Human Services Comm-Plant Maintenance-Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance-Vernon State Hospital-Not Eligible for Telework-b. $3000 - $4999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .

Functional Title:Maintenance Supervisor III
Job Title:Maintenance Supervisor III
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Plant Maintenance
Posting Number:20992
Closing Date:09/18/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
Salary Range:$4,020.33-$6,335.66
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-A-19
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:None
Telework:Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Nonexempt
Facility Location:Vernon State Hospital
Job Location City:VERNON
Job Location Address:4730 COLLEGE DR
Other Locations:None
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Brief Job Description:

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Supervises and oversees maintenance and construction staff. Schedules and assigns work based on prioritized life safety code requirements to ensure code compliance. Requests materials and supplies as required for assigned construction projects, estimates work hours and materials cost required for projects. Coordinates all assigned work activities with Maintenance Facility supervisors. Performs cost analysis, resource assessments and estimates, and plans and/or coordinates with Assistant Director of Maintenance on repairs to all mechanical equipment.

Supervises preventive maintenance procedures and daily work order submissions via Computer Facility Aided Management (CAFM) on HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Grounds, and Life Safety Equipment Systems. Supervises structural and cosmetic repairs to buildings to facilitate uninterrupted service and ensures safe and reliable operation of equipment by testing, inspecting, and ensuring assigned staff perform required preventative maintenance.

Supervises contractor repairs, modifications and services of mechanical equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation as specified by NFPA standards and/or manufacturer’s recommendations. Monitors contractors working on facility grounds with end-of-day work verifications to ensure safety and environmental compliance.

Works collaboratively with Maintenance and Construction Projects Manager to validate that work is done within cost and the time constraints as specified by the contract. Actively involved in the vetting process for future construction projects by reviewing performance history of bidding vendors, product and material analysis for quality control, and bid pricing.

Performs other tasks as needed to meet the needs of the facility(s), including irregular work hours (e.g. weekends, holidays and/or emergency conditions). Responsible for working on-call hours to ensure facility maintenance needs are met on a 24/7/365 basis.

Accounts for personnel/state issued tool inventory by following departmental procedures during and after each project to ensure patient safety. Monitors assigned personnel for proficiency and safe utilization of tools and equipment necessary to perform their duties.

Ensures all direct-report staff maintain mandatory and specialty training as required by their trades and all HHSC agency mandated training is maintained at 100%. Conducts performance reviews and evaluations of assigned staff. Monitors and addresses conduct, behavior and performance deficiencies as necessary.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but is not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Acceptable knowledge of HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Grounds, and Life Safety Equipment Systems, including familiarity with NFPA Codes and Standards, ADA Standards, and The Joint Commission

Knowledge of or familiarity with employee performance management and display an advanced level of leadership with knowledge of customer-based service and relations to endorse business etiquette.

Skills in customer service principles and satisfaction.

Skills in the use of tools and equipment, in prioritizing work schedules, and in monitoring and inspecting the work performed by staff and contractors.

Ability to read, interpret, and identify life safety code citations, blueprints and system applications.

Ability to work extended under stressful and/or non-favorable conditions.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, AutoCAD drawings, maps, and NFPA codebooks.

Ability to process information through analysis, assessment, evaluation, and ability to train technical