Assistant Plant Manager
DTE Energy
- Sterling Heights, MI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensure that the utility assets are operated in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner while satisfying the utility and energy requirements of the Customer (Stellantis)
- Supervise and direct the daily activities of all plant personnel, including an hourly, unionized workforce consisting of (4) Stationary Shift Engineers, (12) Boiler/Chiller Operators, (4) Wastewater Operators and (4) Skilled Tradespersons, all of whom are Stellantis employees
- Understand and adhere to all commercial and contractual obligations
- Act as the onsite liaison between the Company and the Customer
- Ensure that all financial goals are met
- Develop and manage annual O&M budget and cost-savings measures
- Manage site purchasing and inventory control processes
- Manage employee time entry and work schedules
- Develop and lead continuous improvement activities
- Prepare and issue weekly and monthly reports in a timely, consistent manner
- Support the development and implementation of all Onsite Energy Business Unit initiatives and best practices
- Develop and maintain a close working relationship with key customer personnel
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- A high school diploma or GED is required, a technical degree is preferred
- Must have a minimum of eight or more years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and administration of powerhouses, utility systems or similar plant assets
- Must demonstrate an ability to understand and administer complex commercial agreements related to delivering reliable energy services to the Customer on a 24 hour per day, 7 day per week basis
- An understanding of the operation and maintenance of plant equipment, including the importance of ensuring high availability, reliability, and efficiency
- Working knowledge of powerhouse equipment and systems, including but not limited to Air Compressors, Boilers, Wastewater Treatment Systems, Roof Top AHU's, Electrical Distribution, Heat Exchangers, Cooling Towers, Transformers, Pumps, Motors, Piping/Valves, Instrumentation, Control Systems, etc.
- An understanding of energy efficiency practices and energy conservation techniques
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Ability to develop and manage operating and maintenance budgets
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
- Capable of working alone or as part of a team without a significant level of supervision
- Ability to balance time and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Capable of promoting and maintaining strong, positive relationships with coworkers, suppliers, contractors, vendors, and customers
- Willingness to share expertise and knowledge with other team members for the benefit of the entire Onsite Energy Business Unit