Plant Operations Technician — HVAC & Boiler Specialist

Plant Operations Technician

WI‑Ripon Medical Center

Worker Type:
Regular

Location:

Ripon, WI |

Schedule:

Monday‑Friday, 7:00 AM‑3:30 PM (On‑call/after hours required) | Workplace:
Onsite | Weekly

Hours:

40

Do you enjoy hands‑on work, solving mechanical problems, and keeping critical systems running smoothly? We’re looking for a Plant Operations Technician to help maintain and operate essential facility and power plant systems in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

Job Summary:

Operates and performs routine repairs and preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems, boilers and power plant equipment. Assists with complex and non‑routine maintenance tasks.

• Operate, monitor, and maintain HVAC, boiler, and power plant equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and system repairs
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and respond to equipment needs
• Repair and maintain pumps, compressors, steam and water systems
• Support and maintain building automation systems (VAVs, AHUs, thermostats)
• Document work and follow safety and operational procedures

What you bring:

• 2+ years of experience in a related mechanical or facilities role
• Strong mechanical and HVAC knowledge
• Proven troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Basic computer skills and clear communication
• Reliability, teamwork, and a safety‑first mindset

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent years of experience

• One year of experience

• Constant standing and walking
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0–25 lbs
• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry
• Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more)
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25–50 lbs
• Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors
• Rare use of smell to detect/recognize odors
• Rare driving

None

• Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE)
• Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offering instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday (fees may apply)
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: tuition coverage through Flex Path Funded for eligible members
• Stable weekday schedule with hands‑on technical work
• Opportunity to support critical healthcare facility operations
• Comprehensive benefits package, including tuition coverage and paid parental leave

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.