Lead Maintenance Technician

CMS Energy, Corp.; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking energy provider as a Lead Maintenance Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability of mechanical systems. This position offers a blend of hands-on work and leadership, guiding lower-level mechanics while performing complex repairs and installations. With a commitment to safety and efficiency, you'll thrive in a hybrid work environment that values your expertise and contributions. The company fosters a culture of growth and inclusivity, providing excellent benefits and a supportive atmosphere for your career development. If you're ready to make an impact in the energy sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Up to 13 paid Holidays

Paid time off

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in maintenance and repair of mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical piping drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, maintenance, and repair of complex mechanical systems.
• Direct activities of lower-level mechanics and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Welding

Pipefitting

Plumbing

Millwrighting

Mechanical Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate Degree in Technical or Trades

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Technical Manuals

Blueprints

Job description

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.

Location: The successful candidate will be expected to work in a hybrid status of reporting to any Consumers Energy Service Center every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday with home office flexibility on Wednesday and Friday.

The Lead Maintenance Technician performs a variety of highly skilled duties and responsibilities involved in the maintenance, repair, service and installation of equipment, machinery and related facilities. The incumbent keeps records and prepares reports; and performs a variety of highly complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. The Lead Maintenance Technician performs the tasks common to the classification under minimal supervision and leads the training and mentoring of lower-level mechanics and maintenance technicians.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs activities of lower-level mechanics as necessary to support the overall plant operation.
• Leads the installation, maintenance, and repair of complex mechanical systems and equipment utilizing skills in welding, pipefitting, plumbing, millwrighting, and machinery.
• Troubleshoots and isolates highly complex mechanical problems; implements corrective actions as appropriate. Performs complex carpentry work, small engine, and tool repair, as required.
• Reads and interprets highly complex plans, diagrams, and specifications. Maintains and repairs heavy mobile equipment.
• Provides estimates of time and material required; requisitions tools and supplies in accordance with established procedures. Prepares and maintains highly complex documentation and reports as required.
• Leads highly complex preventative maintenance duties such as cleaning, oiling, and lubricating equipment as assigned.
• Maintains a safe work environment through job planning and identification and correction of hazards and adherence to plant safety rules and procedures.
• Plans and lays out work in accordance with applicable standards and codes. Recommends changes to improve efficiency and/or quality of mechanical operations as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned or may be necessary.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Organizational skills and attentiveness to detail.
• Interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work effectively with a diverse range of individuals, teams, managers, and supervisors.
• Demonstrates skill to perform basic welding and cutting.
• Demonstrates ability to read and understand mechanical piping drawings, equipment assembly drawings, technical manuals, and blueprints.
• Sound problem-solving skills.

Education & Experience

• Associate Degree in Technical or Trades with 7 years of related experience OR
• High School Diploma or GED with 9 years of related experience.

Certifications

• Required Certifications/Licensures: State of Michigan Mechanical License with certification classes 1, 2, 3, 6, and 8 that has worked in the commercial/industrial sector within the last two years.

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Consumers Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.