DTE Energy
Plant Manager 2 - Biomass DOT
DTE Energy, Beresford, South Dakota, United States, 57004
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.Job Summary
Location: Beresford, SDThis position is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of a multiple small to mid-sized facilities or a single Renewable Natural Gas Facility. Includes safety leadership, personnel responsibility, and managing training programs. Duties include proactive leadership and development of teams to reinforce DTYE's service Keys: Safe, Caring, Dependable and Efficient while also leading continuous improvement and maintenance, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, and developing employee culture conducive to a healthy work/life balance.The employee will be required to operate and maintain a DOT regulated pipeline. Employee will be subject to random drug screening during employment per DOT PHMSA requirements.Key Accountabilities
Ensures the facilities are operated in a safe and environmentally responsible manner in compliance with the core values of DTE Energy and all local, state, and federal regulations.Lead day-to-day operation and maintenance activities with detailed process knowledge.Primary liaison with the customer or host site on matters pertaining to daily operations including the scheduling of production levels.Develops the annual O&M budget, including production forecasting; manage expenditures to achieve budgeted performance.Schedules and coordinates major maintenance and contractor activity to coincide with the production requirements and voice of the customer.Prepares monthly and on demand status reports that describe operating performance, issues, root cause analysis and corrective actions.Implements a planned maintenance program consisting of predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance activities documenting such activities through the utilization of the corporate CMMS system.Conducts or arranges for periodic training for all plant personnel covering safety, technical, environmental and employee development.Ensures that all employees and contractors abide by established policies and procedures pertaining to plant safety and environmental stewardship; manages schedules and approves time in accordance with administrative guidelines.Works with Regional Operations Manager and Director of Operations and support personnel to share and implement best practices throughout the organization.Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of leadership experience in the operation, maintenance and administration of powerhouses, utility systems, chemical processes, or similar plant assets, orAssociate degree or industry-recognized certificate in a related discipline and at least 3 years of leadership experience in the operation, maintenance and administration of powerhouses, utility systems or similar plant assets, or 2 years of military experience at an officer level, orBachelor's degree in a related discipline with at least one year of supervisory or managerial experience in the operation, maintenance and administration of powerhouses, utility systems or similar plant assetsOther Qualifications
Preferred:Data driven individual with understanding of production monitoring and data reporting to support credit generation and efficient plant operations.Ability to independently operate the facility, perform maintenance activities and troubleshooting; train others to achieve these tasks.Understanding of the operation and maintenance of plant equipment, including the importance of ensuring high data integrity, availability, reliability, and efficiency.Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment and systems, including but not limited to electrical distribution, internal combustion engines, gas compression, heat exchangers, chemical treatment equipment, transformers, motors, pumps, piping/valves, instrumentation, control systems, etc.Understanding of energy efficiency practices and energy conservation techniques.Knowledge of applicable regulatory processes and requirements.Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple simultaneous activities.Problem solving and decision-making skills; continuous improvement knowledge skills and abilities.Ability to communicate with all levels of staff and management clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and best practices in work management.Proven ability to take tasks, assignments, and projects from start to completion without significant supervision.Detailed understanding of income statement and the financial impact of operational and maintenance decisions at the facility.Physical Demands & Working Conditions
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 functions.In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is required to:Reach with hands or arms (overhead, holding weight, etc.), climb or balance, stoop, kneel, taste and smell.Frequently stand or walk and sit.Frequently loft objects of up to 25 pounds in weight. Occasionally lift or move objects of up to 50 pounds in weight.Vision requirements for this position include close, distance and peripheral vision, along with depth perception.Works both in a business office setting and at a plant site. Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions, and may work near moving mechanical parts and/or machinery. Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in the office but may become loud at the plant site.Additional Information
Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
PRIVACYNOTICE TO CALIFORNIAJOB APPLICANTS
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 law.
Location: Beresford, SDThis position is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of a multiple small to mid-sized facilities or a single Renewable Natural Gas Facility. Includes safety leadership, personnel responsibility, and managing training programs. Duties include proactive leadership and development of teams to reinforce DTYE's service Keys: Safe, Caring, Dependable and Efficient while also leading continuous improvement and maintenance, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, and developing employee culture conducive to a healthy work/life balance.The employee will be required to operate and maintain a DOT regulated pipeline. Employee will be subject to random drug screening during employment per DOT PHMSA requirements.Key Accountabilities
Ensures the facilities are operated in a safe and environmentally responsible manner in compliance with the core values of DTE Energy and all local, state, and federal regulations.Lead day-to-day operation and maintenance activities with detailed process knowledge.Primary liaison with the customer or host site on matters pertaining to daily operations including the scheduling of production levels.Develops the annual O&M budget, including production forecasting; manage expenditures to achieve budgeted performance.Schedules and coordinates major maintenance and contractor activity to coincide with the production requirements and voice of the customer.Prepares monthly and on demand status reports that describe operating performance, issues, root cause analysis and corrective actions.Implements a planned maintenance program consisting of predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance activities documenting such activities through the utilization of the corporate CMMS system.Conducts or arranges for periodic training for all plant personnel covering safety, technical, environmental and employee development.Ensures that all employees and contractors abide by established policies and procedures pertaining to plant safety and environmental stewardship; manages schedules and approves time in accordance with administrative guidelines.Works with Regional Operations Manager and Director of Operations and support personnel to share and implement best practices throughout the organization.Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of leadership experience in the operation, maintenance and administration of powerhouses, utility systems, chemical processes, or similar plant assets, orAssociate degree or industry-recognized certificate in a related discipline and at least 3 years of leadership experience in the operation, maintenance and administration of powerhouses, utility systems or similar plant assets, or 2 years of military experience at an officer level, orBachelor's degree in a related discipline with at least one year of supervisory or managerial experience in the operation, maintenance and administration of powerhouses, utility systems or similar plant assetsOther Qualifications
Preferred:Data driven individual with understanding of production monitoring and data reporting to support credit generation and efficient plant operations.Ability to independently operate the facility, perform maintenance activities and troubleshooting; train others to achieve these tasks.Understanding of the operation and maintenance of plant equipment, including the importance of ensuring high data integrity, availability, reliability, and efficiency.Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment and systems, including but not limited to electrical distribution, internal combustion engines, gas compression, heat exchangers, chemical treatment equipment, transformers, motors, pumps, piping/valves, instrumentation, control systems, etc.Understanding of energy efficiency practices and energy conservation techniques.Knowledge of applicable regulatory processes and requirements.Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple simultaneous activities.Problem solving and decision-making skills; continuous improvement knowledge skills and abilities.Ability to communicate with all levels of staff and management clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and best practices in work management.Proven ability to take tasks, assignments, and projects from start to completion without significant supervision.Detailed understanding of income statement and the financial impact of operational and maintenance decisions at the facility.Physical Demands & Working Conditions
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 functions.In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is required to:Reach with hands or arms (overhead, holding weight, etc.), climb or balance, stoop, kneel, taste and smell.Frequently stand or walk and sit.Frequently loft objects of up to 25 pounds in weight. Occasionally lift or move objects of up to 50 pounds in weight.Vision requirements for this position include close, distance and peripheral vision, along with depth perception.Works both in a business office setting and at a plant site. Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions, and may work near moving mechanical parts and/or machinery. Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in the office but may become loud at the plant site.Additional Information
Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
PRIVACYNOTICE TO CALIFORNIAJOB APPLICANTS
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 law.