Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX  |  Full-Time | 2,080 hrs/year | 24/7 rotating shift coverage (7:30 AM–4:00 PM / 3:30 PM–12:00 AM / 11:30 PM–8:00 AM)

Position Overview

We are seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support the Facilities Management Service Line at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX. This multi-trade role performs preventive and corrective maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and finishes work throughout a large, continuously operating healthcare facility.

Key Responsibilities

●       Perform multi-trade preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems, including carpentry, minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and finishes work, following established work orders and PM schedules.

●       Conduct routine inspections of building spaces, mechanical rooms, and equipment; identify deficiencies and initiate or complete corrective work orders.

●       Maintain and repair pumps, valves, doors, fixtures, and small mechanical components, working independently from drawings, specifications, and verbal instructions.

●       Utilize the engineering CMMS (e.g., Maximo) to receive, update, and close work orders and document labor and material usage.

●       Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and failures; determine extent of repairs, estimate materials, select work methods, and complete the repair or overhaul.

●       Support other trades on larger repairs or shutdowns; select and safely use proper tools, references, and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

●       5+ years of commercial or hospital maintenance experience.

●       Multi-trade experience across HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.

●       Preventive and corrective maintenance experience.

●       CMMS/Maximo experience preferred.

●       Troubleshooting and repair experience.

●       English proficiency (read/write/speak); resume demonstrating relevant experience with supporting licenses/certifications.

●       Must meet VA training requirements, pass OIG exclusion screening, and meet healthcare facility immunization/infection-control requirements.

Compensation

$43–$49/hour, depending on experience and certifications. Local hourly bill rate — Houston, TX market.

Application Process

●       Cover page

●       Current resume showing relevant experience

●       All applicable licenses/certifications for this position

●       Three (3) professional references

●       Signed Letter of Intent (LOI) — required for submission to the VA Medical Center

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process.

Allmed is a National Staffing and Recruiting company offering short and long term staffing solutions.
We have been serving large Fortune 100 companies and providing career opportunities to job seekers for over 25 years. We specialize within the medical and healthcare industries offering temporary and permanent placement options. Our team takes the time to recognize, assess and listen to the goals of both our clients and employees. Our team is dedicated to providing the highest quality services and best qualified medical professionals throughout the United States. We stand by our promise and guarantee success and satisfaction between our clients and employees.