GAS LINES CONSTR LABORER-ROYAL OAK

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 6.7 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.

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

Location: Royal Oak Service Center (Must live within a 60-mile radius)
Schedule: 4/10s (4 days/week, 10-hour shifts) + required overtime as needed
Union: Utility Workers Union of America (UWUA)

About the Role

By applying to this posting, you are applying for a Labor Grade 4 – Gas Lines Construction Laborer (LG4) position.  

Candidates must complete a one-day “Assess for Hire” orientation, demonstrating the ability to dig and operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Gas Lines Construction Workers and Operators in building gas facilities.
• Operate hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, wrenches, drills, hammers, tampers).
• Load, unload, and transport construction materials.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and hand excavation.
• Complete site restoration after construction.
• Other similar duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Successfully pass the “Assess for Hire” orientation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with endorsements.
• No more than 3 points on your driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain gas operator qualifications and certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Hard and soft surface restoration (sidewalks, parking lots, landscaping).

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Frequent lifting up to 10 lbs; occasional lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crawl, and work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Noise levels range from moderate to loud on job sites.

Additional Details

• Travel may be required beyond 60 miles within Michigan.
• Work may include nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency response.
• This posting will remain open for a maximum of three days 

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.