Maintenance Supervisor III

Texas Health and Human Services; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Vernon, TX, seeks a Maintenance Supervisor III to oversee the hospital's Maintenance Department. The role includes supervising staff, scheduling work, coordinating with contractors, and managing preventive maintenance programs to ensure reliable facility operations.

The position is full-time, day shift, non-telework, with potential overtime and travel up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• The Maintenance Supervisor III performs advanced (senior-level) supervisory maintenance and construction work administering the daily operations and activities of the Maintenance Department for the hospital.
• Oversees contractual work performed by contractors and ensures work is verified and invoices are submitted in a timely manner.
• Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initial response, decision making, and independent judgement of proactive, reactive, and emergent work.

Job description

Date: Sep 4, 2026

Location: VERNON, TX

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

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

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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.

The Maintenance Supervisor III performs advanced (senior-level) supervisory maintenance and construction work administering the daily operations and activities of the Maintenance Department for the hospital. Work involves supervising maintenance staff, scheduling and assigning work, requisitioning materials and supplies, estimating job work hours and materials required for projects, maintenance and repair and as well as preventive maintenance programs, and coordinating activities with other maintenance and ancillary supervisors. Oversees contractual work performed by contractors and ensures work is verified and invoices are submitted in a timely manner. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initial response, decision making, and independent judgement of proactive, reactive, and emergent work. Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are 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. This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.

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