Top 159 Energy facility operator Jobs in Michigan

Powerhouse Operator Trainee - Central Power Plant
University of Michigan —Ann Arbor, MI
- $64,979.20 - $82,430.40 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- University
- Trade school
Control Room Operator (CRO)
NAES Corporation —Niles, MI
- $46.00 - $55.36 an hour
- Extended hours
- Military
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
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Sr Project / Process Engineer
Lambda Energy Resources LLC —Kalkaska, MI
- Up to $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Toolroom CNC Machinist (2nd Shift)
Metal Flow —Holland, MI
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Heavy Equipment Mechanic - $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
Republic Services —Marshall, MI
- Full-time
- ASE Certification
- Mid-level
- Trade school
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Senior HVAC Service Technician
ABM Industries —Detroit, MI
- $42 - $48 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
7d
Project Manager
RHP Properties —Farmington Hills, MI
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior HVAC Service Technician
ABM Industries —Hamtramck, MI
- $42 - $48 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
7d
Technical Operator - Inspection
Metal Flow —Holland, MI
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Building Engineer
Continuum Services —Northville, MI
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior HVAC Service Technician
ABM Industries —Dearborn, MI
- $42 - $48 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
7d
Plant Operator
Dairy Distillery Alliance —Constantine, MI
- Full-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Word processing
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Tooling PM Technician
BorgWarner —Livonia, MI
- $26 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Self-Perform Superintendent
Aristeo Construction —Livonia, MI
- Full-time
- OSHA
- Construction site
- Customer service
Quick Apply
13d
Facilities Manager
Energy Systems Group —Warren, MI
- $90,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Inspector 1 - On Call
Oerlikon —Lake Orion, MI
- Overtime
- No background check
- Writing skills
- No high school diploma
5d
First Class Building Engineer
Continuum Services —Detroit, MI
- $43.72 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Forklift Operator
Workforce Strategies Inc —Grand Rapids, MI
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Forklift
- Warehouse
Quick Apply
Operations Technician
Kinder Morgan —Riga, MI
- Overtime
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
SENIOR ENERGY FACILITY OPERATOR
Central Michigan University —Mount Pleasant, MI
- $38.08 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program

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Powerhouse Operator Trainee - Central Power Plant

University of Michigan -
Ann Arbor, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$64,979.20 - $82,430.40 a year

Qualifications

Power tools
Safety standard operating procedures
Hand tools

Full Job Description

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Who We Are

Utilities is a division of Facilities and Operations, made up of 135 dedicated employees responsible for providing utilities services for the university 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Services include campus-wide utilities purchasing, generation, and distribution, as well as metering and billing energy consumption for all university buildings. Distribution includes the operations and maintenance of 300 miles of underground utility systems from outdoor lighting and high voltage circuits to water mains to tunnel piping. The division also provides a wide range of engineering services primarily dedicated to energy management, the operations and maintenance of university facilities, and the utilities infrastructure.

Responsibilities*

An entry level position designed to train an employee to move into the Powerhouse Operator classification.
Assists in the maintenance, repair and operation of power plant and facility equipment as directed by supervision, and operating engineers.
Perform the following duties under the direction of operating engineers:
- Perform constant visual checks, read gauges and manipulate controls.
- Clear lines of sediment.
- Inspect, install and repair steam pipes and insulation, valves, pumps and safety devices.
- Record various meter readings of pressure and temperature.
- Perform water conditioning and treatment tests.
- Start and shut down boilers with assistance.
- Clean and inspect and perform routine maintenance on equipment including, but not limited to, oiling and greasing, repairing of furnace factories and repacking of leaking packing glands.
- Assist with annual routine maintenance of equipment.
- Perform basic machining such as drilling, threading and grinding.
Observe all University policies and procedures.
Act in accordance with the Facilities and Operations' guiding principles: collaboration, respect, proactive, solutions-based, and responsibility to the environment.

Required Qualifications*

Graduation from high school, a trade school equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Willingness to attend and ability to successfully complete related course work.
Considerable mechanical aptitude.
Familiarity with hand and power tools.
Some knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
Must be able to perform the full range of duties, with or without a reasonable accommodation, in the classification in an environment that has high levels of heat and noise. This position constantly positions self to service and repair powerhouse equipment traversing under and over obstacles, ascends/descends ladders to service and repair powerhouse equipment, and routinely moves powerhouse equipment and materials weighing up to 50lbs.

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Supervision Received:

Close supervision is received from a designated official.
Receives direction from operating engineers.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the International Union of Operating Engineers, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Opening ID

281078

Working Title

Powerhouse Operator Trainee - Central Power Plant

Job Title

POWERHOUSE OPERATOR TRAINEE

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Utilities

Department

Labor Services - Utilities

Posting Begin/End Date

8/05/2026 - 8/26/2026

Salary

$64,979.20 - $82,430.40

Career Interest

Operating Engineers (IUOE Union)

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