Senior Maintenance Technician

Houston Dose

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 103,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (zero premium)

Dental coverage

Paid time off and sick leave

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to perform sub-journeyman level work across multiple crafts. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings and utility systems with limited supervision in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Key duties include inspections, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, coordinating with vendors, and documenting work orders.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Associate's Degree Technical or Trade preferred.
Five years of experience in one or more crafts (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, instrumentation).
Journeyman Electrician/Plumber licenses preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment, systems, buildings and grounds.
Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical, plumbing, HVAC and related utility systems.
Coordinate workflow and liaise with vendors; maintain records of jobs and materials.
Prepare and submit reports; participate in process improvement initiatives.
Respond to outages and emergencies; ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Instrumentation

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Technical or Trade Field (preferred)

Tools

Blueprints/Diagrams

Job description

Patient Care and Prevention Facilities (PCPF) manages all MD Anderson buildings where cancer diagnosis, treatment and prevention programs are provided at both our Texas Medical Center Campus and community locations. PCPF facilitates world‑class patient care with a safe, clean, effective and supportive environment.

The ideal candidate is an experienced healthcare facilities professional with a strong background in hospital maintenance operations, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. They possess advanced mechanical and electrical systems knowledge, hands‑on experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS), and the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve complex facility issues in a fast‑paced healthcare environment. The candidate is knowledgeable in healthcare regulations and standards, including NFPA requirements, and has experience using CMMS platforms, with MAXIMO experience preferred. Strong documentation skills, emergency response capabilities, and a commitment to maintaining safe, compliant, and reliable facility operations are essential for success in this role.

The department fosters a collaborative, team‑oriented environment where every member is respected and valued regardless of their role. While specific trades have defined daily tasks, all work is approached with equal importance. Leadership actively participates in departmental duties and encourages open dialogue and suggestions to continually improve patient care.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3pm-11:30pm

Salary Range: $69,000 - $86,000 - $103,000

MD Anderson offers our employees

Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness‑related reduced salary pay program
Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.

Why Join MD Anderson?

Be part of a world‑renowned cancer center making an impact across Texas and beyond.

Collaborate with top‑tier leaders and institutions in academic medicine

Help shape the future of healthcare through bold, system‑wide innovation.

SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the Senior Maintenance Technician position is to provide demonstrated sub journeyman‑level work in a designated craft. Performs routine maintenance and repairs of all mechanical equipment, systems, buildings and grounds, and their associated responsibilities with minimum technical supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Under limited supervision performs inspections, troubleshooting, and routine and preventative maintenance on various equipment, buildings, and utility systems using one or more craft trade skills. Maintains records of materials, jobs, and other pertinent information. May investigate outages. Coordinates and prioritizes the workflow of other technicians. Functions as a point of contact for vendors. Prepares and submits reports. Participates in process improvement initiatives. May precept staff.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Maintain, Repair, Troubleshoot 1. Applies general craft knowledge and skills by following work instructions to:

a. HVAC initial response for hot/cold calls, odors, exhaust issues, repair or replace equipment, etc.

b. Plumbing initial response to unclog water closets, sinks, shut off fixture stops, use sewer machines on floor drains, replace faucets, valves and fixtures, etc.

c. Maintain and repair existing plumbing systems (restrooms, house and lab air, vacuum, CO², domestic hot and cold water, and sanitary drains).

d. Electrical tasks such as clean/replace light diffusers, replace lamps and ballasts, switches and receptacles, etc.

e. Repair and maintain utility systems equipment, such as, pumps, valves, steam systems, vacuum pumps, compressors, water softeners and heat exchangers.

f. Assist with and perform preventive maintenance as required.

g. Perform installations and repairs on doors, door closers, locks, hinges, framework, alignment, and strike plates. Adjust / replace door closers.

h. All completed work meets professional standards of cleanliness, maintenance and safety in accordance with work instructions

i. Coordinates regulatory inspections by external agencies.

j. May order materials and maintain inventory.

k. Inspects contracted work to ensure repairs and installations are compliant.

l. Functions as a point of contact for vendors.

m. Prepares and submits reports.

n. Participates in process improvement initiatives.

o. Investigates outages.

p. Interprets and works from instructions, blueprints, sketches and diagrams in the installation of utility systems.

2. Notify management of all recognized equipment repairs.

3. Clean and maintain equipment and work areas.

4. Engage in collaborative efforts by team members from all craft shops to resolve problems and repair/upgrade deficiencies in the utility systems.

5. Communicate with team members to identify needs for improvement.

6. Water quality analysis and/or recording of data

7. Manage all assigned work orders to be completed as per schedules.

8. Other duties as assigned

Respond to calls Respond to customer calls and provide customer services. Communicate on an ongoing basis with customers and clients to determine current status of deliverables and to learn about customer needs. Emergency responses for facilities including code red alarms/

Report and Document 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.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

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

WORK EXPERIENCE

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

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Preferred: JRNY-E - Journeyman Electrician Upon Hire or
Preferred: JRNY-P - Journeyman Plumber Upon Hire or
Preferred: STE1 - Stationary Eng License 1st Grd Upon Hire or
Preferred: STE2 - Stationary Eng License 2nd Grd Upon Hire

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

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