Lead Maintenance Tech (HVAC Specialist)
About The Position
Consumers Energy is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to perform highly skilled maintenance, repair, service, and installation work on equipment, machinery, and related facilities. The role performs complex tasks with minimal supervision, maintains records and prepares reports, and leads the training and mentoring of lower-level mechanics and maintenance technicians. This position is onsite at One Energy Plaza in Jackson, Michigan, and supports the Corporate Facilities Zone throughout Jackson. The selected candidate must live within commuting distance or be willing to relocate. The role is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship, including H-1B, TN, CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT eligibility. The position requires either an associate degree in a technical or trades field and at least seven years of related experience, or a high school diploma or GED and at least nine years of related experience. A State of Michigan Mechanical License with certification classes 1, 2, 3, 6, and 8, with recent commercial or industrial sector work, is required.
Requirements
- Associate degree in a technical or trades field and seven or more years of related experience; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and nine or more years of related experience.
- State of Michigan Mechanical License with certification classes 1, 2, 3, 6, and 8, and work in the commercial or industrial sector within the last two years.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with diverse individuals, teams, managers, and supervisors.
- Ability to perform basic welding and cutting.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical piping drawings, equipment assembly drawings, technical manuals, and blueprints.
- Sound problem-solving skills.
- Must be within commuting distance of Jackson, Michigan, or willing to relocate.
- Must not require current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.
Responsibilities
- Direct the activities of lower-level mechanics as necessary to support overall plant operation.
- Lead installation, maintenance, and repair of complex mechanical systems and equipment using welding, pipefitting, plumbing, millwrighting, and machinery skills.
- Troubleshoot and isolate highly complex mechanical problems and implement corrective actions as appropriate.
- Perform complex carpentry work and small engine and tool repair as required.
- Read and interpret highly complex plans, diagrams, and specifications.
- Maintain and repair heavy mobile equipment.
- Estimate required time and materials and requisition tools and supplies according to established procedures.
- Prepare and maintain highly complex documentation and reports as required.
- Lead complex preventative maintenance duties, including cleaning, oiling, and lubricating equipment as assigned.
- Maintain a safe work environment through job planning, hazard identification and correction, and adherence to plant safety rules and procedures.
- Plan and lay out work in accordance with applicable standards and codes.
- Recommend changes to improve the efficiency or quality of mechanical operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
- Lead training and mentoring of lower-level mechanics and maintenance technicians.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation packages
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid parental leave
- Up to 13 paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
