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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.

OFFERING $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

Operating Engineer Job Description

• Ensure that equipment is operated in a safe, efficient and environmentally responsible manner while satisfying

• Customer’s utility and energy requirements

• Perform all shift operations and maintenance, including startup and shutdown of utility systems and ancillary equipment

• Conduct multiple rounds per shift of the Central Energy Plant and customer facility to inspect equipment, ensure systems are functional, collect/log performance data, and communicate operational problems as they arise

• Read and record gauges and meters and record all operating data using handheld electronic tablet

• Ensure accuracy of shift operating logs, records, time sheets, work orders, and other administrative documents related to Central Energy Plant assets

• Check daily consumption rates of chemicals, gases, fuels, water and other consumables; monitor inventories and initiate action to replenish as needed

• Perform plant electrical switching and lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) of equipment in accordance with approved procedures and prudent operations and maintenance best practices

• Investigate plant problems, and unusual events. Provide accurate information, analysis, recommendations, reports, and appropriate follow-up plans

• Perform routine preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on all systems and equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• Must have minimum of two (2) years of power plant experience

• State of New Jersey Black Seal High Pressure License

• State of New Jersey 2-C Blue Seal 3rd Grade Engineer License

• Experience with natural gas fired combustion turbines, heat recovery steam generators (HRSG), electrical systems, chilled water systems, compressed air, water softeners and emissions control systems.

• Knowledge of plant safety policies, and procedures, especially in areas such as chemical handling, energy systems, confined spaces, fire suppression, and first aid

If you are interested in hearing more about this role or opportunities at DTE Energy, please reach out to Kirsten Murray at Kirsten.murray@dteenergy.com with your resume or simply give me a call or text me at 407-490-0120. I would love to speak with you and see how we be of assistance to you on your job search.