O&M Technician - Lv

Position: O&M Technician - Lv4
DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century. And as Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we're creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we're more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences, and values everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing.

Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things. The hourly rate for this position is $48.94.

Job Summary

Location:

Lansing, MI

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of all energy related assets located within a central utility complex at the GM Lansing or GM Delta Complex. Assets include Air handling Units, Chilled Water, Cooling Tower, Thermal Storage, Compressed Air, Hot Water and Wastewater Treatment.

Work is performed under the direction of the Plant Management or Lead O&M Technician.

Key Accountabilities

* Perform all station shift operation and maintenance, including startup and shutdown of main plant components and auxiliaries

* Perform operations in accordance with established SOPs and job safety standards

* Respond to abnormalities and take corrective actions consistent with established operating procedures and good engineering practice

* Conduct routine tours of the plant to inspect equipment; provide feedback to management and other employees

* Comply with all site safety requirements and procedures. Identify safety hazards and take corrective actions as necessary

* Maintain accuracy of shift operating logs in Plantlog, records, timesheets, work orders and other administrative documents related to plant operations

* Perform plant switching and tagging of equipment in accordance with approved procedures and prudent operations and maintenance practices

* Perform mechanical inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance tasks

* Investigate plant issues, incidents, accidents, and unusual events, and provide analyses, recommendations, reports, and appropriate follow-up plans

* Conduct Contractor / Visitor Safety Orientations in accordance with Company Policy

* Facilitate pre-job briefs with staff/contractors to ensure worker safety and DTE policies and procedures are followed

* Active participant of the site safety team/committee

* Develop, assist, and revise operations and maintenance related procedures

* Perform and maintain housekeeping standards and duties

* Perform routine preventive and predictive maintenance on all systems and equipment; support corrective maintenance efforts on selected equipment when properly trained

* Communicate with other company personnel on site and at other locations

* Represent the company in dealing with the customer, vendors, contractors, regulators, and other non-company personnel under the direction of Management

* Assist other team members and work with all departments to support the operation in achieving its goals

* Work scheduled and unscheduled hours and respond to off-hour call-ins

Qualifications

* High school diploma or equivalent

* Possess a valid state driver's license and have a good driving record

* Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications

* Ability to read and write effectively in English and to do basic mathematics

* Knowledge of and experience in Standard Operating Procedures, Pre-Job Briefs, Job Hazard Analysis, Risk Assessments and LOTO

* Four (4) years' experience in the operation and maintenance of Centrifugal Chillers, Compressed Air, Boilers, Water Treatment, Cooling Towers, Air Houses and Gas fired equipment, Wastewater Treatment

* Knowledge of power plant mechanical and…