DTE Energy · 11 hours ago
O&M Technician - Lv 4
Brook Park, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$41.74/hr - $41.74/hr
4+ years expDTE Energy is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies, committed to creating a cleaner, healthier environment. The O&M Technician - Lv 4 is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all Chilled Water and associated equipment, performing maintenance tasks and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyIndustrialOil and Gas
Responsibilities
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 under direction of Management or Lead O&M Technician
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, observed by the Lead O&M Technician, or supervised by Management
Become Subject Matter Expert or system representative on assigned systems
Perform other duties necessary to fulfill plant requirements
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
Willingness to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and respond to off-hour call-ins when contacted
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Possess a valid state driver's license and have a good driving record
Universal Refrigerant License is required
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, Water Treatment, Cooling Towers, Air Houses and Gas fired equipment
Possess experience removing, adding, trimming, reclaiming of refrigerants from refrigeration equipment
Troubleshooting, testing, repairing, diagnosing, replacing of parts, components, and refrigerant leaks on equipment cooling units is required
Knowledge of power plant mechanical and electrical equipment, including motors, pumps, fluid systems, chemical handling, water treatment systems, AC and DC electrical distribution and control systems and associated maintenance functions
Preferred
Four (4) years of power plant experience in operations and maintenance
Experience using Maximo and Leido's HIM controls
Ability to complete site specific written qualification program
Knowledge of chiller plant safety, policies, and procedures, especially in areas such as chemical handling, high energy systems, confined spaces, incipient fire suppression, first aid, rotating machinery, and heavy equipment
Knowledge of and ability to understand fundamental principles related to physics, mathematics, AC & DC electrical theory, heat transfer and fluid flow, thermal dynamics, and chemistry
Knowledge of and experience in the following: pipefitting, welding, machining, rigging, rotating machine repair, fabrication, machine alignment, basic vibration analysis, and using electrical test equipment
Knowledge of chemistry and Chiller 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 and pneumatic tools, and basic rigging equipment such as winches, hoists, and slings
Company
DTE Energy
DTE Energy provides gas & electric utility services to MI homes and businesses.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.17BKey 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
David Ruud
Chief Financial Officer
Diane Antishin
Vice President, HR Operations and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer
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