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DTE Energy · 2 days ago

O&M Technician

DTE Energy is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies, focused on creating a cleaner, healthier environment. The O&M Technician is responsible for operating, monitoring, and performing routine maintenance on equipment within the Central Utility Plant, ensuring systems are functional and adhering to safety standards.

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Responsibilities

Performs all shift operations and maintenance, including startup and shutdown of utility systems and ancillary equipment
Perform operations in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and prudent safety standards
Participation in the basic safety processes as key member of the Site Safety committee, leading monthly safety meetings and having a shared responsibility for the site's overall safety performance
Respond to abnormalities and take corrective actions consistent with established operating procedures and prudent industry best practices
Conducts multiple rounds per shift of the Central Utility Plant to inspect equipment, ensure systems are functional, collect/log performance data, and communicate operational problems in real time
Complies with all site safety requirements and procedures
Identifies safety hazards and takes corrective actions as necessary
Ensures accuracy of shift operating logs, records, time sheets, work orders, and other administrative documents
Performs routine water chemistry testing and makes necessary adjustments to optimize efficiency
Checks daily consumption rates of chemicals, gasses, fuels, water and other consumables; monitors inventories and initiates action to replenish as needed
Performs plant electrical switching and lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) of equipment in accordance with approved procedures
Performs electrical and mechanical inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance tasks as assigned
Investigates plant problems, incidents, accidents and unusual events, and provides accurate information, analysis, recommendations, reports, and appropriate follow-up plans
Reads and records gauges and meters. Performs routine operational tests and adjustments on all power plant systems and components as required
Develops, assists, and revises operations and maintenance related procedures to ensure optimal performance of systems
Performs and maintains plant housekeeping standards and duties
Performs routine preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on all systems and equipment
Becomes lead representative on tasks and projects as assigned
Performs other duties necessary to fulfill plant requirements
Communicates pertinent information to company personnel
Assist other team members and works with all departments to support corporate and site specific goals
Ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and respond to off-hour call-ins as needed
Leads, and participates in assigned continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility

Qualification

Power plant experienceGas turbinesHeat recovery steam generatorsElectrical systemsWater treatment systemsChemical handlingAC/DC electrical distributionComputerized Maintenance Management SystemBasic hand toolsSafety proceduresTroubleshootingMS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPoint

Required

Must have a high school diploma or GED
Minimum of five (5) years of power plant experience in operations and maintenance
Knowledge of utility plant mechanical and electrical equipment, including gas turbines, HRSG's, motors, pumps, cooling towers, chillers, fluid systems, chemical handling, water treatment systems, pollution control equipment, AC/DC electrical distribution, control systems, and associated maintenance functions
Experience with natural gas fired combustion turbines, heat recovery steam generators (HRSG), electrical, chillers, compressed air, water softeners, and emissions control systems
Knowledge of and experience with at least four (4) of the following skills: pipefitting, welding, machining, rigging, rotating machine repair, fabrication, machine alignment, basic vibration analysis, and basis understanding of electrical test equipment
Ability to learn and become proficient in all site-specific systems and sub-systems
Complete site-specific qualification training and periodic testing
Knowledge of power plant safety, policies, and procedures, especially in areas such as chemical handling, energy systems, confined spaces, fire suppression, and first aid
Knowledge of and ability to understand fundamental principles related to physics, mathematics, AC/DC electrical theory, heat transfer, fluid flow, thermal dynamics and chemistry
Knowledge of chemistry and power plant chemical applications
Ability to operate valves, switches, controls, keyboards, and other devices associated with power plants
Ability to use basic hand tools, portable electric, pneumatic tools, and basic rigging equipment such as winches, hoists, and slings
Ability to locate, troubleshoot, and correct problems with mechanical and electrical system and ancillary equipment
Ability to operate and maintain and calibrate various test equipment
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Benefits

$10,000 signing bonus
Relocation assistance may be available if eligible.

Company

DTE Energy

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DTE Energy provides gas & electric utility services to MI homes and businesses.

H1B Sponsorship

DTE Energy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (1)
2022 (1)
2021 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$8.17B
Key Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-11-18Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2025-09-08Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $7.17B

Leadership Team

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David Ruud
Chief Financial Officer
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Diane Antishin
Vice President, HR Operations and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer
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