Maintenance Technician

Madison, WI
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Additional: Occasional weekend work (every couple of months) & on‑call rotation

About the Role

We’re seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Technician II to support day‑to‑day facility operations. This role is ideal for someone with strong initiative, basic mechanical skills, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and functional environment.

What You’ll Do

Perform repairs and maintenance based on work orders or verbal instructions, ensuring accurate documentation
Identify, request, and use parts and materials needed to complete maintenance tasks
Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and factory representatives for equipment repair or replacement
Assist with water and fire system shut‑offs and connections
Complete basic plumbing, electrical, and appliance repairs (e.g., lighting, ballasts, fixtures)
Perform carpentry and minor construction work, including drywall, flooring, cabinetry, countertops, shelving, painting, and tile
Support general facility upkeep, including debris removal, material handling, and maintaining a safe work environment
Work safely at all times and perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

Minimum of 2 years of relevant maintenance experience
Basic mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Comfortable working with contractors and vendors
Strong focus on safety and attention to detail

Physical Requirements

Frequent standing, walking, lifting, pushing, and pulling (up to 25 lbs)
Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
Ability to bend, stoop, climb, crawl, kneel, and squat as needed
Visual and auditory ability to safely perform maintenance tasks and respond to alarms
Rare driving may be required

Licenses & Certifications

None required

Key Skills for Success

Initiative
Basic mechanical skills
Dependability and teamwork

Job Summary:

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance related to the facilities, equipment and associated systems. including, but not limited to: fire systems, tube system, equipment repair, nurse call, infant abduction system, life safety components, paging system, Med Gas systems, paging systems, locks and door repair.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs repairs according to work orders or verbal instructions and compiles proper documentation following established policies and procedures. Identifies and requests parts and components needed to complete tasks.
Works with vendors, contractors, and factory representatives in regards to the repair and replacement of equipment. Assists contractors and other personnel with connections and shut-offs for water and fire systems.
Performs basic plumbing and electrical repairs and appliance repairs including, but not limited to: changing light bulbs, replacing ballasts and installation of light fixtures.
Performs carpentry and minor construction projects including, but not limited to installation and or repair of drywall, walls, flooring, ceramic tile cabinetry, countertops, shelving, painting.
Assists in maintaining a clean and safe work environment including, but not limited to: debris/trash removal, heavy lifting/moving of materials and equipment, floor-sweeping and material storage.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

Two years' experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

None

Department:

9232000007 Maintenance

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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