Operations & Maintenance Supervisor - HVAC​/Refrigeration

Supervisor of Operations & Maintenance

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Supervisor of Operations & Maintenance plays a critical role in supporting the maintenance and operation of building systems that enable patient care, research, and administrative functions across the organization. Within the facilities and maintenance environment, the Supervisor of Operations & Maintenance provides technical and administrative leadership to ensure reliable building operations and efficient service delivery.

UT MD Anderson is home to complex healthcare facilities that require high-performing infrastructure and skilled operational leadership. The Supervisor of Operations & Maintenance oversees maintenance activities, workforce development, equipment reliability initiatives, and shop operations. The Supervisor of Operations & Maintenance serves as a key liaison between customers, maintenance teams, contractors, and leadership to support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted facility operations.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience working with commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems, preferably within a hospital or healthcare environment. Strong leadership and team supervision experience are highly desired, along with expertise in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, regulatory compliance requirements for healthcare facilities, and a Commercial HVAC license.

Minimum $44.47 per hour – Midpoint $55.53 per hour – Maximum $66.59 per hour

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Work Location:

Onsite

Why Us? At UT MD Anderson, this role directly supports the infrastructure and mechanical systems that help advance patient care, research, education, and operational excellence. The position offers opportunities to lead skilled teams, contribute to strategic maintenance initiatives, support critical healthcare operations, and build long-term career growth while maintaining a consistent weekday schedule.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Assessment
• Operations & Maintenance Leadership
• Workforce Development
• Budget & Project Management
• Emergency Response & Communication

EDUCATION

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred:
  Associate's Degree Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required:
  
  Five years In one or more craft areas including three years lead/supervisory experience.
• Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or management experience.
• Preferred:
  Ability to work within the Microsoft Windows environment and experience working within a CMMS environment.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Preferred: TDL - Texas Drivers License Valid and current Texas driver's license with a minimum of three year's history of verifiable driving history. With less than three years of driving history, but with a minimum of one year of driving history, a waiver may be requested. Upon Hire
• Preferred:
  Journeyman's license in one craft. Upon Hire

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources. 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.