DTE Energy
Renewable Energy Plant Operator WI - DOT
DTE Energy, Kewaunee, Wisconsin, United States, 54216
Overview
DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customers' homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century. As Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we are creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We serve communities beyond Michigan with renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services in 19 states. DTE values health, safety, and wellbeing and celebrates differences. We are committed to making a difference together.
DTE Biomass Energy (DTEBE) DTE Biomass Energy develops, owns and operates renewable energy projects throughout the United States. We convert biogas generated at landfills and at dairy farms into clean, renewable electricity or renewable natural gas (RNG). With more than 20 operating facilities from North Carolina to California, DTEBE provides communities with safe, environmentally sound renewable energy. Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, DTE Biomass Energy is a wholly owned subsidiary of DTE Energy. DTEBE has an immediate opening at our facility below.
Calumet Renewables, LLC Calumet Renewables, LLC contains several renewable natural gas facilities in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties, WI. The plants produce RNG by pulling dairy digester gas, cleaning the gas by removing H2S, oxygen, CO2 and water, and compressing the gas to inject into the pipeline. Maintenance includes screw and reciprocating compressors, membrane cleaning systems, natural gas dryers, flare, thermal oxidizers, chromatographs and flow meters. The pay range for this position is $34.33 - $45.00 per hour. This role will primarily be based at Pagels Ponderosa in Kewaunee County, WI, and Dairy Dreams in Algoma, WI, with support across all dairy RNG sites as needed.
Job Summary This position is responsible for performing maintenance and operations for a dairy farm-based biogas to renewable natural gas (RNG) processing facility. The site consists of four anaerobic digesters and a facility that strips carbon dioxide and other constituents from the biogas stream to create RNG. The RNG is then compressed into CNG trailers and trucked to a DTE-owned facility outside of Manitowoc, WI, where it is decompressed and injected into an interstate pipeline. Employees receive a generous compensation and benefits package including:
Competitive wages and an annual performance bonus
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401k with top-tier company match
Paid time off including vacation, sick time, holidays, and parental leave
Tuition assistance
Advancement opportunities
The employee will be required to operate and maintain a DOT-regulated pipeline and will be subject to random drug screening during employment per DOT PHMSA requirements.
Key Accountabilities
Conduct day-to-day operations and maintenance of the plant, involving mechanical and electrical equipment
Maintain digesters (mixers, pumps, etc.), compressors, gas purification systems and pipelines
Diagnose and correct adverse digester and plant conditions and malfunctions
Respond to alarm conditions, troubleshoot, and repair systems to restore operational capacity
Adhere to company and project health and safety requirements; participate in monthly safety audits and inspections
Maintain administrative records including logbooks, drawings, instruction books and manuals, spare parts inventory, and records
Support, assist and direct the work of contractors on-site
Routinely operate a motor vehicle and/or off-road vehicle on undeveloped terrain
Periodically travel to other DTE Wisconsin RNG facilities as needed
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrument control systems including equipment such as motors, blowers, controls, and pumps
Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions and recommend sound alternatives
Ability to work overtime including call outs outside normal business hours, weekends, and holidays
Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications
Other Qualifications Preferred:
A technical degree in an electrical or mechanical field or equivalent work experience with electrical and mechanical systems
Familiar with gas compression and/or gas transportation
Previous military experience
Physical Demands & Working Conditions Physical Demands
Sit, stand, or walk for extended periods, including walking long distances, stairs, and uneven ground
Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Frequently climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch
Use hands and fingers, handle and feel, and reach with arms
Occasionally operate on-road/off-road vehicles
Wear PPE including fall arrest equipment and flame resistant/arc-rated clothing
Vision requirements: close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception and focus
Working conditions
Outside weather conditions frequently; possible wet/humid conditions and extreme temperatures
Occasionally exposed to heights with fall protection required
Noise level may be moderate to high; hearing protection may be required
Additional Information Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of activities and accountabilities; this description describes the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit supervisors or management from assigning duties.
Privacy Notice to California Job Applicants
At DTE Energy, we are committed to an inclusive workplace. We seek individuals with a heart for service and ideas to shape the future of energy. We are an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable laws.
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DTE Biomass Energy (DTEBE) DTE Biomass Energy develops, owns and operates renewable energy projects throughout the United States. We convert biogas generated at landfills and at dairy farms into clean, renewable electricity or renewable natural gas (RNG). With more than 20 operating facilities from North Carolina to California, DTEBE provides communities with safe, environmentally sound renewable energy. Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, DTE Biomass Energy is a wholly owned subsidiary of DTE Energy. DTEBE has an immediate opening at our facility below.
Calumet Renewables, LLC Calumet Renewables, LLC contains several renewable natural gas facilities in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties, WI. The plants produce RNG by pulling dairy digester gas, cleaning the gas by removing H2S, oxygen, CO2 and water, and compressing the gas to inject into the pipeline. Maintenance includes screw and reciprocating compressors, membrane cleaning systems, natural gas dryers, flare, thermal oxidizers, chromatographs and flow meters. The pay range for this position is $34.33 - $45.00 per hour. This role will primarily be based at Pagels Ponderosa in Kewaunee County, WI, and Dairy Dreams in Algoma, WI, with support across all dairy RNG sites as needed.
Job Summary This position is responsible for performing maintenance and operations for a dairy farm-based biogas to renewable natural gas (RNG) processing facility. The site consists of four anaerobic digesters and a facility that strips carbon dioxide and other constituents from the biogas stream to create RNG. The RNG is then compressed into CNG trailers and trucked to a DTE-owned facility outside of Manitowoc, WI, where it is decompressed and injected into an interstate pipeline. Employees receive a generous compensation and benefits package including:
Competitive wages and an annual performance bonus
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401k with top-tier company match
Paid time off including vacation, sick time, holidays, and parental leave
Tuition assistance
Advancement opportunities
The employee will be required to operate and maintain a DOT-regulated pipeline and will be subject to random drug screening during employment per DOT PHMSA requirements.
Key Accountabilities
Conduct day-to-day operations and maintenance of the plant, involving mechanical and electrical equipment
Maintain digesters (mixers, pumps, etc.), compressors, gas purification systems and pipelines
Diagnose and correct adverse digester and plant conditions and malfunctions
Respond to alarm conditions, troubleshoot, and repair systems to restore operational capacity
Adhere to company and project health and safety requirements; participate in monthly safety audits and inspections
Maintain administrative records including logbooks, drawings, instruction books and manuals, spare parts inventory, and records
Support, assist and direct the work of contractors on-site
Routinely operate a motor vehicle and/or off-road vehicle on undeveloped terrain
Periodically travel to other DTE Wisconsin RNG facilities as needed
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrument control systems including equipment such as motors, blowers, controls, and pumps
Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions and recommend sound alternatives
Ability to work overtime including call outs outside normal business hours, weekends, and holidays
Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications
Other Qualifications Preferred:
A technical degree in an electrical or mechanical field or equivalent work experience with electrical and mechanical systems
Familiar with gas compression and/or gas transportation
Previous military experience
Physical Demands & Working Conditions Physical Demands
Sit, stand, or walk for extended periods, including walking long distances, stairs, and uneven ground
Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Frequently climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch
Use hands and fingers, handle and feel, and reach with arms
Occasionally operate on-road/off-road vehicles
Wear PPE including fall arrest equipment and flame resistant/arc-rated clothing
Vision requirements: close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception and focus
Working conditions
Outside weather conditions frequently; possible wet/humid conditions and extreme temperatures
Occasionally exposed to heights with fall protection required
Noise level may be moderate to high; hearing protection may be required
Additional Information Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of activities and accountabilities; this description describes the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit supervisors or management from assigning duties.
Privacy Notice to California Job Applicants
At DTE Energy, we are committed to an inclusive workplace. We seek individuals with a heart for service and ideas to shape the future of energy. We are an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable laws.
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