Operations & Maintenance Tech II

Company: DTE Energy
Location: Woodland
Posted on: January 22, 2023

Job Description:

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.Job SummaryLOCATION: Woodland, CaliforniaThis position's primary responsibility is to provide fuel to the boiler; as well as being responsible for all of the equipment, fuel and machinery. Work is performed under direct supervision with results reviewed through the achievement of set goals and adherence to policies and procedures. This position reports directly to the Operations Supervisor but will also take daily direction from the on-shift O&M Technician IV.The pay rate for this position is $28.00 - $31.00 per hour.SIGNING BONUS OF $5,000 OFFERED FOR QUALIFIED NEW HIRE.Key Accountabilities

• Operates heavy mobile equipment i.e. Cat 980 front-end loaders, to blend wood fuel for the boiler and stacking out for storage.
• Operates fuel conveyors and receiving hoppers.
• Operates scale house and unloads trucks.
• Operates the fuel reclaimer during pile swaps and monitor it during normal operation.
• Services fuel yard equipment daily before shift change and completes shift logs.
• Inspects conveyer systems daily.
• Works on PM's in yard.
• Daily Quality Control.
• Take pile temperatures.
• Complies with all site safety requirements and procedures.
• Identifies safety hazards and takes corrective actions as necessary.
• Responds to abnormal and emergency operating situations in a safe and reasonable manner.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.Minimum Education & Experience RequirementsA high school diploma or GED is required. Training on mobile heavy equipment, loaders, trucks and welding, experience in maintenance is preferred to provide for the following:
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
  • Ability to read and write effectively in English and do basic mathematics.
  • Background in operating loaders; maintenance; past experience doing shift work.
  • Must possess the knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology efficiently.
  • Knowledge of 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.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, management and the general public.
  • Ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and respond to call-ins when contacted.Physical Demands And Working ConditionsThe physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.To properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or walk and sit. Frequently, the employee is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or occasionally, crawl. It is crucial to the outcome of job tasks that the employee is able to: talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and constantly reach with hands and arms.The employee in this classification will be required to lift objects of up to 50 pounds in weight. Carry objects of up to 35 pounds in weight. Occasionally the employee will have to push or pull objects 70 pounds in weight.Vision requirements for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions, and extreme heat and cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and frequently exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.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 law.PRIVACYNOTICE TOCALIFORNIAJOB APPLICANTSREGARDING THECOLLECTIONOF PERSONALINFORMATIONDTE Energyand its operating groups, subsidiaries and affiliates("the Company"),are committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal informationofall individuals including job applicants.The Companycollects personal information ofjob applicants inconnection with itsrecruitment and hiringactivities.The Company doesnot sell or otherwise disclosethis personalinformation for monetary consideration or a business purpose to any third parties.The Companyiscommitted to complying with theCalifornia Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)effectiveJanuary 1, 2020; and all dataprivacy andlawsin the jurisdictionsin which itrecruits and hiresemployees.Job applicantswith disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting: accommodations@dteenergy.comWhat Categories ofJob ApplicantInformation Do We Collect and How Do We Use This Information?We collect the following categories of personal information for the purposes described below:
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