O&M Technician Lvl 2 - St. Bernard

Location: St. Bernard, OHDTE 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. The hourly rate for this position is $40.09.The person holding this position will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all utility plant equipment and assist with maintenance tasks as assigned.

Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED, four years of experience and license is required. An associate degree is preferred. Must have knowledge of utility and power plant mechanical and electrical equipment, including chillers motors, pumps, fluid systems, chemical handling, wastewater treatment systems, centrifugal air compressors, AC and DC electrical distribution and control systems, etc. and associated maintenance functions to provide for the following: Ability to learn and become proficient in all site specific systems and subsystems Knowledge of power plant safety, policies, and procedures, especially in area such as chemical handling, high-energy systems, confined spaces, first aid, rotating machinery, and heavy equipmentKnowledge 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 mechanical maintenance, rigging, rotating machine repair, fabrication, machine alignment, basic vibration analysis, and using electrical test equipmentKnowledge of chemistry and power 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 Ability to locate, troubleshoot, and adjust defects in mechanical equipment and/or maintain, install, modify, and troubleshoot plant electrical systems and equipment Ability to communicate verbally and in writing Ability to operate and maintain various analytical and test equipment

Additional Qualifications: The 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. In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is required to:

• Talk & hear; use hands & fingers; handle & feel; and able to reach with hands and arms extensively
• Frequently sit, stand, walk or climb and occasionally stoop, kneel or crawl
• Possess the following vision requirements: close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Frequently lift objects of up to 10 pounds in weight; occasionally lift or move objects of up to 50 pounds in weight
• Occasionally be exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions, and may work near moving mechanical parts and/or machinery
• Occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration