Master Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift - Dallas, TX

Compass Group•Dallas, TX

6d•$26 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Master Maintenance Technician in a healthcare environment is a highly skilled professional responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing critical building systems and medical support infrastructure to ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role provides technical leadership to the maintenance team, mentors junior technicians, and serves as a subject matter expert on a wide range of facility systems. Responsibilities also include overseeing preventative maintenance programs, managing work through CMMS software, and supporting hospital operations with prompt, quality service.

Requirements

7+ years of facility maintenance experience, preferably in a healthcare or similarly regulated environment
Extensive knowledge of hospital systems, including medical gas, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety systems
Clean driving record (this position requires travel to different Off-Site locations
Experience leading maintenance teams or supervising technical staff
Proficiency in CMMS software and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong understanding of Joint Commission, NFPA, OSHA, and local code compliance requirements
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Certifications preferred (e.g., Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM), EPA Universal, Journeyman Electrician, or similar)

Responsibilities

Facility Maintenance and Repair: Perform complex diagnostics and repairs on hospital equipment and infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, medical gas systems, and emergency power.
Leadership and Mentoring: Lead day-to-day operations of the maintenance team; provide training, guidance, and support to junior technicians, and ensure high standards of workmanship and safety.
Preventative Maintenance Programs: Design, implement, and oversee preventative maintenance schedules that ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and equipment reliability.
Safety and Compliance: Maintain a safe working environment by following OSHA, NFPA, and Joint Commission standards; participate in safety audits and emergency preparedness drills.
CMMS Utilization: Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, asset tracking, and inventory control.
Technical Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve complex building system issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuity of hospital services.
Documentation and Reporting: Keep detailed records of inspections, repairs, and equipment performance; assist in reporting for regulatory inspections and audits.
Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the ongoing improvement of facility operations by identifying cost-saving initiatives, energy efficiency opportunities, and workflow enhancements.
Project Coordination: Support or lead facility upgrade and maintenance projects, coordinating with contractors and hospital departments to minimize disruption to patient care.