Senior Maintenance Technician - Weekends

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage from day one

PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance

Pension

Job summary

UT MD Anderson is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to perform skilled maintenance, repair, and preventive tasks across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems within a hospital environment. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and operational continuity at the Texas Medical Center.

Ideal candidates have 5 years of cross‑craft experience, knowledge of CMMS (MAXIMO a plus), and the ability to manage work orders, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with vendors

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in one or more crafts (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC, instrumentation).
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Associates degree preferred.
• Experience in hospital/healthcare facilities is a plus.
• Experience with CMMS and building systems knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, routine and preventive maintenance on equipment, buildings and utility systems.
• Respond to HVAC service calls for varied conditions and equipment repair.
• Maintain and repair plumbing systems including restrooms, lab utilities, and drains.
• Perform electrical tasks such as replacing diffusers, lamps, switches, and receptacles.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and manage work orders and documentation.
• Support operations, safety, and quality through teamwork with multiple craft teams.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Mechanical

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

MAXIMO

Job description

Fac Mgt PCPF South of Holcombe is a team-oriented department built on mutual respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to serving patients. Every team member is valued, regardless of their role, and no task is considered above or below anyone. While individual positions may have specialized responsibilities, teamwork remains at the core of the department's success. Leadership takes a hands‑on approach, actively assisting with departmental needs and working alongside staff to support shared goals. Fac Mgt PCPF South of Holcombe fosters an open and collaborative environment where suggestions, feedback, and meaningful conversations are encouraged to continuously improve patient service and departmental operations.

The Senior Maintenance Technician performs skilled maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance activities across multiple craft areas with limited supervision. The Senior Maintenance Technician also serves as a resource for technicians, vendors, and customers while helping ensure operational continuity, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout UT MD Anderson.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a hospital or healthcare facilities environment, with a strong background in maintenance operations, building systems, and regulatory compliance. They possess advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, technical expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, preventative maintenance experience, and proficiency with Building Automation Systems (BAS). Successful candidates demonstrate the ability to respond effectively to priority and emergency situations, maintain accurate documentation, and utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), with MAXIMO experience considered a plus.

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

Work Schedule: Thursday & Friday: 7am - 3:30pm & Saturday & Sunday: 7am - 7:30pm

Work Location: Texas Medical Center

Why Us?

At UT MD Anderson, the Senior Maintenance Technician helps ensure the reliable operation of critical facilities and infrastructure that support patient care, research, education, and business operations. This role offers the opportunity to apply and expand technical expertise across multiple craft disciplines while contributing to a mission‑driven environment that values safety, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Benefits

• 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

• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, routine maintenance, and preventive maintenance on equipment, buildings, and utility systems using one or more craft trade skills.
• Respond to HVAC service calls involving hot and cold conditions, odors, exhaust issues, and equipment repair or replacement.
• Respond to plumbing issues including unclogging water closets and sinks, operating sewer machines on floor drains, and replacing faucets, valves, and fixtures.
• Maintain and repair plumbing systems including restrooms, house and lab air, vacuum, CO₂, domestic hot and cold water, and sanitary drains.
• Perform electrical tasks including cleaning and replacing light diffusers, lamps, ballasts, switches, and receptacles.
• Repair and maintain utility system equipment including pumps, valves, steam systems, vacuum pumps, compressors, water softeners, and heat exchangers.
• Assist with and perform preventive maintenance activities as required.
• Perform installations and repairs on doors, closers, locks, hinges, framework, alignment systems, and strike plates.
• Ensure completed work meets professional standards of cleanliness, maintenance, and safety.

Support Operations & Regulatory Compliance

• Coordinate regulatory inspections conducted by external agencies.
• Order materials and maintain inventory as needed.
• Inspect contracted work to verify repair and installation compliance requirements.
• Function as a primary point of contact for vendors.
• Investigate equipment, utility, and facility outages.
• Interpret and work from instructions, blueprints, sketches, and diagrams during utility system installations.
• Notify management of recognized equipment repair needs.
• Conduct water quality analysis and record associated operational data.

Documentation, Reporting & Work Management

• Maintain records of materials, job activities, and other pertinent information.
• Prepare and submit required reports.
• Provide complete information to accurately document corrective actions, labor hours, and materials used on work orders.
• Manage assigned work orders and ensure completion according to schedules.
• Communicate promptly with supervisors regarding issues encountered during work performance.
• Monitor ongoing work activities and maintain accurate maintenance documentation.

Customer Service & Collaboration

• Respond to customer service requests and facility service calls.
• Communicate regularly with customers and clients regarding work status and service needs.
• Provide emergency response support for facility‑related incidents, including code red alarms.
• Coordinate and prioritize workflow for other technicians when assigned.
• Collaborate with team members from all craft shops to resolve problems and upgrade utility systems.
• Communicate with team members to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.
• May precept staff and support knowledge sharing within the team.

Additional Duties

• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas.
• Support safe and efficient facility operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

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

Work Experience

• Required: 5 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

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 182790
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Day/Evening, Weekends
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 69,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 86,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 103,000
• 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