Maintenance Technician - Nights

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the PCPF-O&M department, which is responsible for maintaining mission critical, 24/7 facility operations that directly impact patient care. The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring reliability, safety, and continuous uptime of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems in a highly collaborative, accountability-driven environment. UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Maintenance Technician will contribute to this mission by supporting facility operations that enable uninterrupted clinical services and patient care delivery. The Maintenance Technician role requires strong technical skills, independence during overnight operations, and effective coordination with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate brings a combination of hands-on multi-trade experience and strong interpersonal skills. Preferred qualifications emphasize experience in plumbing, electrical work, and customer service, along with exposure to Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Candidates should be self-motivated, comfortable working independently on weekend night shifts, and capable of maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism in a healthcare or similarly critical environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Two years Experience in one or more crafts (i.e. plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC, instrumentation).

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree
• Trade or technical school
• Experience in plumbing
• Experience in electrical work
• Customer service experience
• Exposure to Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, troubleshooting, routing, and preventive maintenance on equipment, buildings, and utility systems
• Maintain accurate records of materials, work performed, and related documentation
• Notify management of all identified equipment repairs
• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas
• Repair or replace ceiling grids and tiles
• Provide initial HVAC response for hot/cold calls, odors, and exhaust issues
• Assist with HVAC equipment repair or replacement
• Provide plumbing response including unclogging toilets and sinks and shutting off fixture stops
• Use sewer machines on floor drains and replace faucets, valves, and fixtures
• Perform electrical tasks including replacing lamps, ballasts, switches, receptacles, and light diffusers
• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks as assigned
• Manage assigned work orders and complete them according to schedule
• Ensure completed work meets standards of cleanliness, maintenance quality, and safety
• Maintain knowledge of building and utility systems
• Collaborate with team members across all trades to resolve issues
• Interpret instructions, blueprints, sketches, and diagrams
• Coordinate workflow for technicians and mechanics as needed
• Assist with outage investigations
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Respond to customer calls and provide customer service
• Maintain ongoing communication with customers and clients regarding work status
• Understand customer needs and ensure timely resolution of issues
• Provide accurate documentation of corrective actions, labor hours, and materials used
• Communicate promptly with supervisors regarding work issues or delays
• Respond to facility emergencies, including Code Red alarms

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED