Instrumentation Technician
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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an experienced Electronic Technician to support the PCPF-Operations & Maintenance department, which provides continuous support for mission-critical infrastructure that directly impacts patient care. The Electronic Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting complex electronic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and HVAC systems in a highly regulated healthcare environment. The Electronic Technician works independently during assigned shifts while coordinating with Operations & Maintenance team members and contractors to ensure uninterrupted system reliability.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Electronic Technician plays a vital role in supporting UT MD Anderson's 24/7 operations by ensuring building systems remain operational, safe, and compliant. This position requires strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and effective communication to support patient care equipment and facilities.
The ideal candidate has advanced HVAC troubleshooting experience with air handlers, pumps, HVAC systems, and controls, along with hands-on expertise using Building Automation Systems (BAS) such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, or similar platforms. They have experience working in healthcare or other highly regulated environments where safety, compliance, and operational reliability are essential. The successful candidate demonstrates strong customer service and communication skills, effectively partnering with building occupants, stakeholders, and team members to resolve issues and maintain optimal system performance.
Work Schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 7am-7:30pm & Monday & Tuesday, 3pm-11:30pm
Salary Range: $69,000
- $86,000
- $103,000
Why Us? This role supports UT MD Anderson's mission by ensuring the reliability of critical infrastructure that enables uninterrupted patient care. The Electronic Technician works in a collaborative, accountability-driven environment alongside highly skilled trades professionals and benefits from strong leadership, meaningful work, and opportunities to expand technical expertise while maintaining work-life balance.
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.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance, Repair & Troubleshooting
Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot electronic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and HVAC systems
Perform functions on live circuits and in operating control enclosures in accordance with NEC guidelines
Install, troubleshoot, and repair 120, 208, 240, and 480 volt controls and equipment
Investigate outages and restore system functionality
Maintain, repair, and calibrate HVAC systems including air handling units, fan coil units, terminal boxes, dampers, thermostats, sensors, control valves, and associated equipment
Systems Installation & Calibration Install, calibrate, and test assigned systems using manual dexterity, hand tools, and visual inspection
Run conduit, pull wire, and install circuits for electrically powered units
Program microprocessors for initial commissioning and tune operating controls
Examine and test mechanisms and circuitry to identify defects and determine corrective actions
Technical Knowledge & Tools Read, draw, and interpret electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and HVAC schematics, one-line diagrams, and control sequences of operation
Utilize thermocouple calibrators, resistance temperature detector calibrators, voltage and current generators, multimeters, and decade resistance boxes
Apply skilled knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment of the electronic technician trade
Customer Service & Emergency Response Respond to customer service calls and facility emergency responses, including code red situations
Provide professional customer service in active patient care environments
Coordinate with Operations & Maintenance team members and contractors to support continuous system uptime
Documentation & Communication Document corrective actions, labor hours, and materials used on work orders
Requisition materials required to complete assigned work
Communicate timely and accurate information to supervisors regarding issues encountered
Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred: Associate's Degree Electronics or related Field.
Work Experience Required: 4 years Electronic, building automated systems and pn