Senior O&M Technician: Industrial Plant Operations

DTE Energy; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 119,395,000 - 161,536,000; Full time

Job summary

DTE Energy in Lansing, MI, is hiring for a position responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of energy assets within a central utility complex. The role involves managing Air handling Units, Chilled Water, Cooling Tower systems, and related equipment under Plant Management or Lead O&M supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, Universal Refrigerant License, and four years of plant operation experience.

Qualifications

• Reading and writing in English and basic math proficiency are required.
• Four years of experience operating and maintaining energy plant equipment.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Universal Refrigerant License is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform station shift operations and maintenance, including startup/shutdown of main plant components.
• Follow SOPs and safety standards; respond to abnormalities.
• Maintain accurate shift operating logs and administrative records.
• Inspect plant equipment during routine tours and provide feedback to management.
• Coordinate contractor safety orientations and pre-job briefs; ensure safety policies are followed.
• Assist team members and support operations across departments.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Basic mathematics

Power plant operations experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Cimplicity HMI

PLC controls

Job description

DTE Energy in Lansing, MI, is hiring for a position responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of energy assets within a central utility complex. The role involves managing Air handling Units, Chilled Water, Cooling Tower systems, and related equipment under Plant Management or Lead O&M supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, Universal Refrigerant License, and four years of plant operation experience.