Assistant Operator - NH

DTE Energy • Wayne, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must have successfully completed one year of at least high school level Mathematics which include fundamentals of Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry, (Official documentation must be supplied with the job bid) Must have received a grade of a "C" or better in required courses.
• Must obtain an evaluation of 'Recommended' on the Construction Aptitude Skills Test (CAST). (Exception: if you are incumbent and/or changing location, or have previously taken and passed the CAST test)
• Must be physically capable of handling equipment such as high voltage fuses, draw out switchgear, flexible jumpers and ladders.
• Must be able to lift and carry substation materials and equipment weighing up to at least 50 pounds
• Satisfactory physical examination, including vision and hearing
• Must work shifts, on call, and overtime assigned
• Must be able to work in all inclement weather
• Must have a valid driver's license and provide vehicle for travel on company time.
• Must satisfactorily complete the substation field training program in order for advancement to the Reserve Operator classification.

Nice To Haves

• An associate’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology from a recognized college or university
• Satisfactory completion of two years of a four-year Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. Courses should include basic electrical power equipment and controls concepts/theory, electronics design concepts/theory, PC applications, and other related electrical applications and concepts. (Documentation of courses and/or curriculum will be required prior to final selection.)

Responsibilities

• Performs the assigned maintenance and cleaning of station and substation property.
• Assists with substation and station inspections and reports conditions to the organizational unit operating authority.
• Reviews and studies technical prints, attends formal training classes, learns the operation of stations and substations, and gains knowledge of relay applications.
• Receives training and progressively learns to perform the duties of a Reserve Substation Operator.
• May provide assistance or support to Power Equipment Relay Test (PERT) and Electrical Maintenance Journeyman (EMJ) teams with field training as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED