INTRODUCTION

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI) is currently recruiting two (2) Power Plant Operator-Senior positions. One position will typically work a rotation of AM and PM shifts. The other position will typically work daytime hours. Weekends are on a rotation of three on and three off for both positions.
MMHI is located on the north side of Madison and offers a beautiful campus environment, convenient free parking and an onsite workout facility. MMHI is an inpatient psychiatric facility, with one outpatient program, specializing in serving patients with complex psychiatric conditions, often combined with certain problem behaviors. MMHI is an integral part of the entire Wisconsin mental health service delivery system.
MMHI is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you’ll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Power Plant Operator - Senior, you will perform a variety of duties essential to the operation of a large institutional power plant. The MMHI power plant operates on natural gas and has fuel oil burning capabilities. The plant also has steam turbine and diesel driven generators capable of operating in parallel with the local utility. You will be responsible for:

• Safely operating natural gas or oil-fired boilers which includes routine testing, inspections, maintenance and repairs.
• Performing lockout and tagout procedures used to ensure that equipment is shut down and inoperable until maintenance or repair work is completed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimally qualified applicants will have the following:

• Ability to work scheduled hours as needed, which may include weekends, holidays, early morning or early evenings, and overtime as needed.
• Experience performing general maintenance and repairs using basic power tools, hand tools, and motorized equipment (e.g., fire alarms, locks, plumbing, general electrical repairs, etc.).

Well-qualified applicants will also have the following:

• Experience working in a power plant performing maintenance and repairs on power plant equipment.

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• Safely operating natural gas or oil-fired boilers which includes routine testing, inspections, maintenance and repairs.
• Performing lockout and tagout procedures used to ensure that equipment is shut down and inoperable until maintenance or repair work is completed