Top 553 Plant 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
Boiler Operator I
Oakland County Michigan —Pontiac, MI
- $63,666 - $85,300 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Military
- High school diploma or GED
- Math
10d
Production Operator
Autokiniton —Detroit, MI
- Up to $19 an hour
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Manufacturing
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Production Operator - Temporary - Days
Niagara Bottling —Shelby Charter Township, MI
- Seasonal
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Fair chance
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Plant Operator
Veolia —Detroit, MI
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Production Operator 643 Sintering Plant
Hyperion Materials & Technologies —West Branch, MI
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
7d
Transfer Press Operator
GNS North America —Holland, MI
- Overtime
- Background check
- English
- Mid-level
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Senior CMM Programmer & Operator
Yanfeng Automotive —Harrison Township, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
Production Technician
Midwest Air Filter —Grand Rapids, MI
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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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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Replacement Heavy Equipment Operator (Seasonal)
Rieth-Riley Construction —Petoskey, MI
- $40.43 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Operator, Specialty Meal Loadout
Zeeland Farm Services I —Zeeland, MI
- Up to $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Bachelor of Science
- High school diploma or GED
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Night Shift Prototype Press Operator
METALBUILT LLC —Chesterfield, MI
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Warehouse experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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8d
CNC Lathe Operator (2nd or 3rd shift)
OMT-VEYHL USA CORPORATION —Holland, MI
- $23 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Assembly
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Powder Coat Support
OMT-VEYHL USA CORPORATION —Holland, MI
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Trade school
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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1st Shift Machine Operator
OMT-VEYHL USA CORPORATION —Holland, MI
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Process Technician - Thermoforming/CSM- Day Shift
CIE Century Plastics —Shelby Charter Township, MI
- $22 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Operations Team Member/Manufacturing Operator - Grayling, Michigan
Weyerhaeuser —Grayling, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Replacement Heavy Equipment Operator (Seasonal)
Rieth-Riley Construction —Big Rapids, MI
- $40.43 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Heavy equipment operation
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Automatics Press Operator - 2nd and 3rd Shift
Ridgeview Industries, Inc. —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $19.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- English
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Quick Apply

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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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