Renewable Energy Plant Operator WI - DOT

Renewable Energy Plant Operator WI - DOT

Location:

Newton, WI

This position is responsible for performing maintenance and operations for a dairy farm-based biogas to renewable natural gas (RNG) processing facility. The site consists of four anaerobic digesters and a facility that strips carbon dioxide and other constituents out of the biogas stream, creating RNG. The RNG is then compressed into CNG trailers which are trucked to a DTE owned facility outside of Manitowoc, WI, where it is decompressed and injected into an interstate pipeline.

Compensation: $35.35 - $45.40 per hour.

Employees receive a generous compensation and benefit package including:

• Competitive wages and an annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with top-tier company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, holidays, and parental leave
• Tuition assistance

The employee will be required to operate and maintain a DOT regulated pipeline. Employee will be subject to random drug screening during employment per DOT PHMSA requirements.

• Conduct day-to-day operations and maintenance of the plant, which will involve working with mechanical and electrical equipment
• Maintenance of digesters (mixers, pumps, etc.), compressors, gas purification systems and pipelines
• Diagnosing and correcting adverse digester and plant conditions and malfunctions
• Respond to alarm conditions, troubleshoot, and repair systems to restore operational capacity
• Adhere to company and project specific health and safety requirements, participate in monthly safety audits and inspections
• Maintain administrative records including logbook, filing system for drawings, instruction books and manuals, spare parts inventory, and records
• Support, assist and direct the work of contractors on-site
• Routinely operate a motor vehicle and/or off-road vehicle on undeveloped terrain
• Will periodically travel to other DTE Wisconsin RNG facilities as needed
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrument control systems including equipment such as motors, blowers, controls, and pumps
• Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions and recommend sound alternatives
• Ability to work overtime including call outs outside of normal business hours, weekends, and holidays
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications

• A technical degree in an electrical or mechanical field is preferable, or equivalent work experience with electrical and mechanical systems
• Familiar with gas compression and/or gas transportation
• Previous military experience

Physical Demands

• Sit, stand, or walk for a minimum of 8-hour shifts, including walking long distances, up and down stairs and on uneven ground
• Occasionally lift objects of up to 50 pounds in weight and carry objects of up to 50 pounds in weight
• Frequently climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Talk and hear in noisy environments; use hands and fingers; handle and feel; and able to reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally operate over-the-road vehicles, mobile equipment and/or UTV
• Wear personal protective equipment including but not limited to personal fall arrest equipment, flame resistant clothing, arc-rated apparel, etc.
• Possess the following vision requirements: close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Working conditions

• Frequently be exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions, and extreme heat and cold
• Occasionally be exposed to protected and unprotected heights, which requires the use of a personal fall arrest system (harness/lifeline)
• Be in a work environment where the noise level may occasionally be moderate to high, requiring use of hearing protection

At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws.