GAS SYS MECH III

Location: 

HAMILTON, MI, US

Company:  Consumers Energy

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.  

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location: The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance from Overisel Compressor Station located in Hamilton, MI or willing to relocate. 

General Summary of Job Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, assists higher-rated employees and performs routine operations, maintenance, repair, and construction activities associated with the natural gas system. Supports the safe operation of gas facilities, equipment, and infrastructure while performing a variety of mechanical, maintenance, and field service duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, prepare, and apply protective coatings to gas piping, equipment, structures, and associated facilities.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on buildings, grounds, and facilities, including glass replacement, masonry repairs, asphalt patching, and painting.
• Operate, lubricate, adjust, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on vehicles, trucks, compressors, tractors, hoists, power take-off equipment, and other mechanical equipment.
• Assist with the overhaul, maintenance, and repair of compressors and related gas system equipment.
• Operate construction and excavation equipment including trenching machines, backhoes, backfillers, and similar equipment when assigned.
• Assemble, install, and maintain threaded and mechanical piping systems and fittings.
• Perform draining, venting, handling, collection, and disposal activities associated with industrial and waste materials in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Collect, record, and report operational data from instruments, gauges, charts, and monitoring equipment. Perform basic calculations and maintain required documentation.
• Conduct vehicle and foot patrol inspections and surveys of gas system facilities and infrastructure.
• Assist with starting, stopping, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining automated gas compressor engines and associated systems.
• Support emergency response, maintenance, construction, and operational activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties and related work as required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to safely operate motor vehicles, equipment, and machinery used in gas operations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required operator licenses, endorsements, and certifications.
• Ability to read and interpret gauges, charts, operational data, and work instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and applicable environmental and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather and field conditions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow direction from higher-rated employees and supervisors.
• Demonstrated aptitude and ability to perform the duties associated with higher-rated positions within the occupational group.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to perform utility operations, maintenance, and repair work.
• Experience operating and maintaining vehicles, tools, equipment, and machinery used in gas utility operations is preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must successfully pass the Company's validated aptitude testing process.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and any required endorsements.
• Must meet all Company qualifications for operating motor vehicles and equipment.
• Must be available to work overtime, emergency assignments, and on-call schedules as required.

Why should you join our team? 

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer: 

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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