Assistant Operator - NH

DTE is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer’s homes and Michigan’s progress for more than a century. And as Michigan’s largest source of renewable energy, we’re creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We’re also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we’re more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At 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, you’ll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone’s health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

Testing Required: EEI CAST Test and Assistant Operator Hands-On Skills Demonstration

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of a supervisor and work direction from a Substation Operator, performs the assigned maintenance and cleaning of station and substation property. Assists with substation and station inspections and reports conditions to the organizational unit operating authority. Reviews and studies technical prints, attends formal training classes, learns the operation of stations and substations, and gains knowledge of relay applications. Receives training and progressively learns to perform the duties of a Reserve Substation Operator. May provide assistance or support to Power Equipment Relay Test (PERT) and Electrical Maintenance Journeyman (EMJ) teams with field training as needed.

Key Accountabilities

• Under direct supervision of a Supervisor and frequently under the work direction of a Substation Operator, performs assigned maintenance and cleaning.
• Assists with substation and station inspections and reports conditions to the organizational unit operating authority.
• Studies prints, attends formal classes, progressively learns the operation of station and substation, learns relay applications.
• Receives training and progressively learns to perform the duties of a Reserve Substation Operator.
• Must satisfactorily complete the substation field training program.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must have successfully completed one year of at least high school level Mathematics which include fundamentals of Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry, (Official documentation must be supplied with the job bid) Must have received a grade of a "C" or better in required courses. -OR-
• An associate’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology from a recognized college or university (PREFERRED) -OR-
• Satisfactory completion of two years of a four-year Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. Courses should include basic electrical power equipment and controls concepts/theory, electronics design concepts/theory, PC applications, and other related electrical applications and concepts. (Documentation of courses and/or curriculum will be required prior to final selection.)
• Must obtain an evaluation of 'Recommended' on the Construction Aptitude Skills Test (CAST). (Exception: if you are incumbent and/or changing location, or have previously taken and passed the CAST test)
• Must be physically capable of handling equipment such as high voltage fuses, draw out switchgear, flexible jumpers and ladders.
• Must be able to lift and carry substation materials and equipment weighing up to at least 50 pounds
• Satisfactory physical examination, including vision and hearing
• Must work shifts, on call, and overtime assigned
• Must be able to work in all inclement weather
• Must have a valid driver's license and provide vehicle for travel on company time.
• Must satisfactorily complete the substation field training program in order for advancement to the Reserve Operator classification.

Additional Qualifications

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.