Maintenance Tech

Senior Maintenance TechnicianPatient 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: Tuesday to Friday, 7PM to 5:30AMSalary Range: $69,000 - $86,000 - $103,000MD Anderson offers our employees:Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per weekGroup Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coveragePaid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accrualsPaid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programsTuition Assistance Program after six months of serviceTeachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plansEmployer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay programExtensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groupsWhy 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 medicineHelp shape the future of healthcare through bold, system-wide innovation.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.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.Maintain, Repair, Troubleshoot1. Applies general craft knowledge and skills by following work instructions to:HVAC initial response for hot/cold calls, odors, exhaust issues, repair or replace equipment, etc.Plumbing initial response to unclog water closets, sinks, shut off fixture stops, use sewer machines on floor drains, replace faucets, valves and fixtures, etc.Maintain and repair existing plumbing systems (restrooms, house and lab air, vacuum, CO², domestic hot and cold water, and sanitary drains).Electrical tasks such as clean/replace light diffusers, replace lamps and ballasts, switches and receptacles, etc.Repair and maintain utility systems equipment, such as, pumps, valves, steam systems, vacuum pumps, compressors, water softeners and heat exchangers.Assist with and perform preventive maintenance as required.Perform installations and repairs on doors, door closers, locks, hinges, framework, alignment, and strike plates. Adjust / replace door closers.All completed work meets professional standards of cleanliness, maintenance, and safety in accordance with work instructions.Coordinates regulatory inspections by external agencies.May order materials and maintain inventory.Inspects contracted work to ensure repairs and installations are compliant.Functions as a point of contact for vendors.Prepares and submits reports.Participates in process improvement initiatives.Investigate outages.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 data7. Manage all assigned work orders to be completed as per schedules.8. Other duties as assignedRespond 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.EducationRequired: High School Diploma or EquivalentPreferred: Associate's Degree Technical or Trade schoolWork ExperienceRequired: Five years Experience in one or more crafts (i.e. plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC, instrumentation).Licenses and CertificationsPreferred: JRNY-E - Journeyman Electrician Upon Hire orPreferred: JRNY-P - Journeyman Plumber Upon Hire orPreferred: STE1 - Stationary Eng License 1st Grd Upon Hire orPreferred: STE2 - Stationary Eng License 2nd Grd Upon HireThe 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.