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AUXILIARY OPERCAMPBELL PLANT

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Consumers Energy

West Olive, MI (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/1/2026

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Join the diverse and dynamic team that powers Michigan's largest energy provider and one of the nation's largest gas and electric combination utilities. Consumers Energy services 6.7 million of Michigan's 10 million residents - caring for our friends and neighbors in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We embrace a cleaner and leaner utility vision focused on eliminating energy waste and adding renewable energy from sources such as wind and solar. 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. Auxiliary Operator (Union Position)
Location:
J.H. Campbell Generating Complex -
West Olive, MISchedule:
24/7first, second, third shifts(nights, weekends, holidaysrequired) About the J.H. Campbell Generating Complex The J.H. Campbell Generating Complexis located inWest Olive, Michigan, along the eastern shore of Lake Michigan between Holland and Grand Haven. The facility plays a critical role in meeting the energy needs of more than 1.8 million electric customers. OurOperationsDepartment is responsible for the safe, reliable operation of three large electric generating units that operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Campbell Complex offers excellent facilities, highfidelity training simulators, and robust training programs designed to develop skilled power plant operators. Position Summary Under direct supervision, the Auxiliary Operator supports the safe and efficient operation of power plant systems and equipment. This role assists principal operators and performs a wide range of operational, inspection, and maintenancerelated tasks in a continuousoperation power generation environment. Key Responsibilities Operate, clean, lubricate, and monitor auxiliary power plant equipment, including oil purification systems, cooling equipment, heat exchangers, and environmental systems Assist with operation and inspection ofpulverizers, boiler feed makeup systems, and air, gas, and liquid piping systems Operate and tag disconnect switches, oil circuit breakers, station power circuits, and other manually operated substation equipment Perform equipment tagging for systems removed from service Take required readings and record operational data Adjust and repack pump and valve packing as directed Conduct visual inspections of indoor and outdoor substation equipment, batteries, motor generator sets, and related systems Operate and monitor hydrogen gas systems and record pressures as required Inspect andmaintainplant fire protection equipment Perform other related duties as assigned in support of plant operations Essential Functions Demonstrate safe work practices and strict adherence to all company safety standards and procedures Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to log plant status and collaborate with coworkers in a teambased environment Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED One (1) or more years of maintenance and/or operations experience in a power plant, industrial facility, or similar environment Ability and willingness to workfirst, second, and thirdshifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime Successful completion of the POSS (Plant Operator Selection System) assessment prior to employment Preferred Qualifications Military or civilian experience in power generation, turbine room operations, boiler room operations, or wastewater/sewage treatment facilities Ability to successfully complete a Personnel Risk Assessment (PRA) background check in compliance with NERC regulations Hours and Travel Minimum of 40 hours per week in a continuous 24/7 operation Overtime and additional hours may be required based on operational needs Minimal travel may be required for training or companysponsored events Physical Demands and Work Environment This position requires the ability to: Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl Traverse the power plant to inspect and operate equipment Meet vision requirements including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment Work in environments where temperatures may exceed 100F and where outdoor work is subject to weather conditions Noise levels may range from normal to loud depending on plant operations and maintenance activities. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 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... For full info follow application link. 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, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.