Auxiliary Oper-Campbell Plant

Auxiliary Operator (Union Position)

Join the diverse and dynamic team that powers Michigan's largest energy provider and one of the nation's largest gas and electric combination utilities. Consumers Energy services 6.7 million of Michigan's 10 million residents, caring for our friends and neighbors in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We embrace a cleaner and leaner utility vision focused on eliminating energy waste and adding renewable energy from sources such as wind and solar.

Location:

J.H. Campbell Generating Complex – West Olive, MI

Schedule:

24/7 first, second, third shifts (nights, weekends, holidays required)

The J.H. Campbell Generating Complex is located in West Olive, Michigan, along the eastern shore of Lake Michigan between Holland and Grand Haven. The facility plays a critical role in meeting the energy needs of more than 1.8 million electric customers. Our Operations Department is responsible for the safe, reliable operation of three large electric generating units that operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

The Campbell Complex offers excellent facilities, high‑fidelity training simulators, and robust training programs designed to develop skilled power plant operators.

Under direct supervision, the Auxiliary Operator supports the safe and efficient operation of power plant systems and equipment. This role assists principal operators and performs a wide range of operational, inspection, and maintenance‑related tasks in a continuous operation power generation environment.

• Operate, clean, lubricate, and monitor auxiliary power plant equipment, including oil purification systems, cooling equipment, heat exchangers, and environmental systems
• Assist with operation and inspection of pulverizers, boiler feed makeup systems, and air, gas, and liquid piping systems
• Operate and tag disconnect switches, oil circuit breakers, station power circuits, and other manually operated substation equipment
• Perform equipment tagging for systems removed from service
• Take required readings and record operational data
• Adjust and repack pump and valve packing as directed
• Conduct visual inspections of indoor and outdoor substation equipment, batteries, motor generator sets, and related systems
• Operate and monitor hydrogen gas systems and record pressures as required
• Inspect and maintain plant fire protection equipment
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of plant operations

• Demonstrate safe work practices and strict adherence to all company safety standards and procedures
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to log plant status and collaborate with coworkers in a team‑based environment

• High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) or more years of maintenance and/or operations experience in a power plant, industrial facility, or similar environment
• Ability and willingness to work first, second, and third shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Successful completion of the POSS (Plant Operator Selection System) assessment prior to employment

• Military or civilian experience in power generation, turbine room operations, boiler room operations, or wastewater/sewage treatment facilities
• Ability to successfully complete a Personnel Risk Assessment (PRA) background check in compliance with NERC regulations

Minimum of 40 hours per week in a continuous 24/7 operation.

Overtime and additional hours may be required based on operational needs.

Minimal travel may be required for training or company‑sponsored events.

This position requires the ability to: sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

Traverse the power plant to inspect and operate equipment.

Meet vision requirements including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Work in environments where temperatures may exceed 100°F and where outdoor work is subject to weather conditions.

Noise levels may range from normal to loud depending on plant operations and maintenance activities. Reasonable accommodations may be…