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Operating Engineer MACK

DTE


Job Location:

Detroit, MI - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 44 - 44
Posted: 6 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

DTE is one of the nations largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customers homes and Michigans progress for more than a as Michigans largest source of renewable energy were creating a cleaner healthier environment to power our future. Were also serving communities beyond Michigan where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy emission control technologies and energy services to industries in 19 states. But were more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a 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 youll be part of a team that welcomes recognizes and celebrates differences and values everyones health safety and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference Bring your energy to we can achieve great things.The hourly rate for this position is44.90.

Job Summary

Location: Detroit MI

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of all energy-related assets located within a central utility complex at the Stellantis Detroit Assembly Complex Mack. Utility systems and powerhouse infrastructure experience is required.
Assets include (3) Carrier Chillers and (4) York Chillers with a total capacity of 14500 Tons (4) Ingersoll Rand Centrifugal Air Compressors and (1) Elliott Air Compressor with a total capacity of 27600 CFM along with associated Cooling Towers (61) Roof Top Air Handling Units (Gas Fired) (12) Electrical Sub-Stations; Lighting and Electrical Distribution Systems; and a WWTP capable of processing 500000 gal/day of Industrial Waste. Perform all other work related to their trade as may be required on Utility Assets equipment as directed by the Utility Services Manager (USM) at the Stellantis Detroit Assembly Complex Mack.
Employees will be represented by the Operating Engineers Union (I.U.O.E Local 324).

Key Accountabilities

Ensure that the Company-owned utility assets are operated in a safe efficient and environmentally responsible manner while satisfying the Customers utility and energy requirements.
Operating central utility complex equipment to meet the day-to-day energy demands of the manufacturing facility. This includes the production of chilled water and compressed air at the quantities and specifications required by the manufacturing facility.
Monitoring of operating parameters and recording operating data including production efficiencies electrical usage pressures temperatures vibration indications alarms and other pertinent information related to the safe operation of the utility complex equipment.
Perform Operator rounds using handheld tablet to manually retrieve and record operating data from plant equipment including TekWorx and BayView networks.
Operating Engineers will be required to promptly notify the USM of any unusual abnormal or potentially unsafe operating conditions and to take action to mitigate any potentially unsafe condition or condition that if otherwise not corrected could result in out of specification system production.
Operation of all cooling towers and heat exchangers that support the operation of equipment within the utility complex.
Operation and routine maintenance associated with water treatment equipment cooling towers cold water closed loops. These activities will include the routine monitoring of water quality the addition of water treatment chemicals to ensure the required water quality and the performance of routine maintenance of water treatment equipment including changing filters etc.
The de-energization (lock-out/tag-out) of all equipment within the scope of responsibility pertaining to Company-owned utility assets that is required to allow the safe performance of maintenance on such equipment.
Perform routine (planned maintenance) on all utility complex equipment including predictive preventive and minor corrective maintenance. Operating Engineers will also be required to assist contractors with work that is beyond the capability of the Operating Engineer including tasks such as code welding protective calibration etc.
The recording and documenting of all maintenance activities that are performed on utility complex equipment. This may include utilizing a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to electronically document information and historical data.
Perform troubleshooting and correcting problems related to the proper monitoring control and operation of utility complex equipment.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area ensuring that the area is left in an unobstructed and safe condition following the completion of the job.

Qualifications

At a minimum a high school diploma or GED
Detroit First Class Refrigeration License
At least (5) years experience in utility complex operations and maintenance
Shift work is required and employees will perform both operation and routine maintenance of the utility complex equipment
Must be able to perform data entry mange email and use tablets and personal computers
Familiarity with control networks preferred.

Additional Qualifications

The physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential order to properly perform the integral functions of this job the employee is required to:

  • Frequently stand or walk and sit.
  • Occasionally climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or occasionally crawl.
  • Talk & hear; use hands & fingers; handle & feel; and able to reach with hands and arms.
  • Occasionally lift objects of up to 50 pounds in weight.
  • Occasionally push or pull up to 70 pounds in weight.
  • Possess the following vision requirements: close color distance peripheral depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Occasionally be exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions and may work near moving mechanical parts and/or machinery.
  • Occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
  • Be in a work environment that is usually moderate but may become loud at the plant site.


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At DTE Energy we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service a passion to help our communities prosper and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be 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 federal and/or state laws.


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