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What are the requirements to be considered for a position?

No bid restriction – If you are new to the company or to your non-represented role, you may be restricted from bidding.  Please check with your leader as you consider whether to apply. Submitting an application must be done electronically via the Careers site in myDTE before the end of the job posting window.  Applications processed directly from DTEEnergy.com may not be accepted. Providing accurate professional experience, education and/or certifications that will help our Talent Acquisition Specialist determine how you meet the basic qualifications for the position. Currently a regular employee.

What happens if you are selected for the position?

Your current pay will be evaluated against the midpoint of the pay zone indicated above to determine the appropriate job pay offer.  Note: Federal, State and Local taxes are not taken into consideration when evaluating a potential offer. You decide to accept or decline the offer within the pre-specified timeline.

How to manage the transition to your new role?

You work with your current and new leader to determine a start date in your new position. Typically, this transition occurs in 2-3 pay cycles, but longer transition times can occur due to current business unit needs. In addition to normal job responsibilities of the new position, you must be willing to perform an emergency or storm assignment as needed. Plan accordingly. In certain location or job-specific roles, you may be required to complete a background check and drug screen to obtain physical and/or cyber access or to meet compliance requirements.

ABOUT THIS POSTING
Requisition Number: 14612 
Number of Positions: 1
Apply By: November 8, 2024
Location: Grand Rapids
Pay Range: $20/hour
Bargaining Unit: Local 132
Bidding Restriction: 1 Year
Leader: Chad E Miller
Talent Acquisition Specialist: Melissa J Wolf
Testing Required: Gas Test

Job Summary

THIS POSITION IS REPRESENTED BY LOCAL 132C INTERNATIONAL CHEMICAL WORKERS UNION COUNCIL BARGAINING UNIT.
 
Employees with bidding restrictions on their current position should not apply.  Supervisors are responsible for notifying the Staffing Specialist if an employee is restricted from bidding on open positions.
 

Key Accountabilities

To qualify for this classification an employee shall be able to perform the following described duties:  cutting, threading and connecting gas piping and tubing incidental to the installation or relocation of all domestic appliances and meters; starting and adjusting all domestic appliances, including residential space heating, install all thermo-couple leads, re-lighting of all domestic appliances including space heating; execution of all leak orders, changing m turning on and off, setting and removing all residential meters including space heating meters; lead and direct the activities of employees of a lower or equal classification, adjusting, repairing and converting all space heating and air conditioning equipment; lead a crew altering, rebuilding and installing all meter manifolds, inspection and maintenance of rotary meters; setting, changing, turning on, turning off, and removing all commercial and industrial meters; temporarily replace an employee of higher classification during his or her absence; and possess a thorough knowledge of the rules and procedures of the service division; a good record in customer relations.  
 
This position requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and customer service skills.
 
Successful candidate(s) will be on a bidding restriction of one (1) year within their home division.

Qualifications

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

-High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
-Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record (eight points or less)
-Successful candidate(s) must pass the DOT Drug Test and DOT Physical
-Must pass the required testing
-Must pass the required training
-Successful candidate(s) must complete a Background Check.
-Must successfully pass all pre-employment assessment(s).
-Must be willing and able to accept odd shifts, on-call, emergency assignments    
  and work overtime per the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
-Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to use a variety of hand tools requiring upper body forces up to 40 lbs.
 
PREFERRED:
- HVAC experience or certification
-Experience in Natural Gas Field Service Operations.
-Knowledge of OSHA regulations, pipeline safety regulations
-Customer Service Experience

Additional Qualifications

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