Join the diverse and dynamic team that powers Michigan's largest energy provider and one of the nation's largest gas and electric combination utilities. Consumers Energy services 6.8 million of Michigan's 10 million residents - caring for our friends and neighbors in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We embrace a cleaner and leaner utility vision focused on eliminating energy waste and adding renewable energy from sources such as wind and solar.
The Grayling Generating Station plant is a 38 MW biomass-fueled renewable energy power plant that produces electricity. The fuel consists primarily of bark and sawdust from local lumber mills and the non-marketable biomass from lumbering operations. The power produced supports the health of the forests, mitigates greenhouse gases (is "carbon neutral"), conserves landfill space and supports the electric grid in northern Michigan. The electric output is sold pursuant to a long-term power purchase agreement with Consumers Energy Company. This facility can produce enough electricity to power approximately 38,000 homes.
Commercial operation began in 1992.
This position reports to the Operations Supervisor at Grayling Generating station in Grayling, Michigan.
The Fuel Supply Operator is responsible for; but not limited to:
* Operate fuel and/or ash handling equipment which may include wheel loaders, track driven dozers and various machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
* Receive, unload, mix, stage, and stack/store fuel in a manner consistent with established fuel handling procedures. * Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on mobile/fuel train equipment routinely and thoroughly.
* Maintain accurate operational logs on mobile equipment, as required.
* Maintain a clean and safe work area; regularly clean, sweep, and pick up conveyor spillage; unplugs choke points / obstructions from fuel train components; report or resolve any unsafe conditions immediately.
* Clean mobile, fuel yard and heavy equipment, as required.
* Logs significant activities and events and maintains accurate operational logs on mobile equipment.
* Perform inspection and maintenance activities on all equipment in accordance with established schedules, or as needed.
* Reclaim fuel as necessary to support overall plant operation.
* Perform scale house functions, including obtaining and labeling fuel samples, as required.
* Assist with plant operation and maintenance, as required; including forced and planned outages.
* Maintain a safe work environment through job planning and identification and correction of hazards.
* Adherence to plant safety rules and procedures.
* Inspect fuel deliveries for compliance as outlined in the wood waste procurement and monitoring plan.
* Capable of performing a number of routine duties involving various procedures which require minor decisions.
* Must complete Position Qualification Requirements (PQR) as assigned.
* Perform all other related duties, as required.
Requirements/Qualifications:
* High School Diploma or GED is required.
* A thorough knowledge of Large Mobile Heavy Equipment (e.g., CAT D8 Dozers, CAT 938 loaders) operation and established procedures. * Previous experience OPERATING and/or MAINTAINING heavy equipment (e.g., construction, farming equipment).
* Previous experience OPERATING and/or MAINTAINING a bulldozer.
* Work a rotating 12 hour shift on a 28 day cycle
* Ability to work overtime, any shift schedule, including weekends and holidays
* Be fitted for and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators.
* Basic Computer Skills
The following skills may set you apart from others:
* Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and take direction from others.
* Capable of performing several routine duties involving various procedures which require minor decisions. * Previous experience at a Power Generation Biomass facility.
* Associates Degree
Hours and Travel
* Ability to work overtime, as well as any shift schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays
* Ability to work prolonged, irregular working hours
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Occasionally (O) Frequently (F) Constantly (C)
0-33% AWD 33-66% AWD 67% - 100% AWD (AWD = Average Workday)
Using the above chart, identify with each activity below, the frequency that the activity takes place in an average workday.
* Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
* Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist. Requires full use of lower extremities and back muscles. (O) * Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on one knee or both knees. (O)
* Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. (O)
* Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. (O)
* Sitting: Sitting upright in the work area to perform duties. (F)
* Crawling: Positioning the body so that weight is evenly distributed on both hands and knees on a flat surface. (O)
* Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time. (O)
* Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances. (F)
* Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. (O)
* Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects to thrust forward, downward or outward. (O)
* Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-... For full info follow application link.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
