Maintenance Technician - Nights

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starting day one

PTO and holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Pension and retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician for night shift in the Main Campus at Texas Medical Center. You will support facilities operations across multiple trades to keep critical systems safe and functional, with training available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, responding to service calls, and documenting actions while ensuring patient care areas remain compliant and operational.

Qualifications

• Required: 2 years experience in one or more crafts (e.g., plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC, instrumentation).
• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree in a Trade or technical field.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair ceilings, tiles, diffusers and related fixtures.
• Respond to HVAC issues and perform plumbing tasks.
• Perform electrical tasks including lighting and ballast replacement.
• Manage work orders and maintain records.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree Trade or technical school

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Maintenance Technician provides skilled support to ensure facilities, building systems, and utility infrastructure operate safely and efficiently throughout the organization. The Maintenance Technician performs routine maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance activities that directly support patient care, research, and administrative operations. The Maintenance Technician works under direct supervision while applying trade knowledge across multiple crafts to maintain a safe and functional environment.

UT MD Anderson's Facilities Management PCPF South of Holcombe department is responsible for maintaining and supporting the physical environment, infrastructure, utility systems, and facility operations serving the institution. This department delivers timely maintenance services, responds to customer needs, and helps ensure the reliability and performance of critical building systems and equipment across the campus.

Seeking an energetic and motivated individual who is eager to learn and grow in hospital building operations and maintenance. This hands‑on role is ideal for someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to develop new skills in a healthcare environment. Previous healthcare experience is a plus but not required, as we are willing to train the right candidate. The ideal candidate is dependable, enjoys solving problems, and is committed to supporting a safe and efficient facility.

Salary: $57,500 - $72,000 - $86,500

The typical work schedule is Monday-Friday, 11pm-7:30am.

Work Location: Main Campus - Texas Medical Center

Why Us?

This role offers the opportunity to support the operational excellence of UT MD Anderson by maintaining critical facility systems that enable exceptional patient care, groundbreaking research, and education. Maintenance professionals gain hands‑on experience across multiple building trades, contribute to a mission‑driven environment, and benefit from professional development opportunities while maintaining a consistent work schedule that supports work‑life balance.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Maintenance, Repair & Troubleshooting

• Install and repair ceiling grids and ceiling tiles, including air supply and exhaust diffusers
• Install and repair vinyl floors, carpeted floors, and cove base
• Respond to HVAC calls involving hot and cold conditions, odors, exhaust issues, and equipment repair or replacement
• Perform plumbing work including unclogging water closets and sinks, shutting off fixture stops, operating sewer machines on floor drains, and replacing faucets, valves, and fixtures
• Perform electrical tasks including cleaning or replacing light diffusers and replacing lamps and ballasts
• Repair and maintain utility systems equipment including pumps, valves, steam systems, vacuum pumps, compressors, and water softeners.

Preventive Maintenance & Facility Support

• Perform and assist with preventive maintenance activities as required
• Assist with patching and painting projects as needed
• Install, repair, and maintain doors, locks, hinges, framework, alignment systems, strike plates, and door closers
• Adjust and replace door closers as required
• Ensure all completed work meets professional standards for cleanliness, maintenance, and safety
• Order materials and assist with inventory maintenance as needed.

Work Order Management & Communication

• Notify management of all recognized equipment repair needs
• Maintain clean and organized equipment and work areas
• Communicate with team members to identify operational improvement opportunities
• Manage assigned work orders and complete tasks according to established schedules
• Maintain records of materials, jobs, and other pertinent information

Customer Service & Emergency Response

• Respond to customer service requests and facility service calls
• Communicate regularly with customers regarding work status and service needs
• Provide timely updates regarding deliverables and maintenance activities
• Respond to facility emergencies, including code red alarms and other urgent situations

Documentation & Reporting

• Document corrective actions, labor hours, and materials used on work orders
• Communicate issues encountered during work activities to the supervisor in a timely manner
• Complete required maintenance records accurately and promptly
• Perform other duties as assigned Provide complete information to accurately document corrective action, labor hours, and materials used on work orders. Timely communication to supervisor of any other issues encountered during the performance of work.

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Associate's Degree Trade or technical school

Work Experience

• Required: 2 years Experience in one or more crafts (i.e. plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC, instrumentation).

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Nights
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 57,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 72,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 86,500
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes