ENVIRONMENTAL OPER (Union)

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: J.H. Campbell Generating Complex – West Olive, MI 
Schedule: 24/7  first, second, third shifts (nights, weekends, holidays required)  

Position Summary

Under directive supervision, the Environmental Operator operates, monitors, and inspects environmental control and support equipment within a power generation facility. This role supports safe, compliant, and efficient plant operations while assisting other operators as required.

Primary Job Duties

This position is responsible for operating and maintaining environmental systems critical to plant operations, including but not limited to:

• Operating, monitoring, and inspecting environmental equipment such as atomizers, vessels, pumps, compressors, dust and byproduct disposal systems, lime and slurry systems, chillers, feeders, activated carbon injection equipment, batteries, and breakers using digital control systems and programmable logic controls (PLCs).
• Taking equipment readings, observing operating conditions, and recording data in electronic logbooks during assigned shifts.
• Submitting electronic work requests for identified equipment deficiencies.
• Performing minor equipment repairs and replacements, including valve packing adjustments (under 200 PSI), replacing sight glasses, indication lamps, and lighting necessary for safe job performance.
• Conducting environmental equipment housekeeping in plant buildings and associated grounds.
• Preparing and performing mechanical and electrical clearance orders using software systems or prints and P&IDs.
• Performing lime quality analysis testing.
• Cleaning, lubricating, and painting equipment as required.
• Performing other similar and related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma or GED
• Demonstrated aptitude and capacity to perform duties of higher‑rated jobs within the occupational group.
• Working knowledge of environmental plant equipment and the practical principles of operating simple machinery.
• Ability to understand and follow plant operating procedures and safety requirements.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators (PAPR, half‑mask, full‑face), chemical protection suits, gloves, boots, and face shields.
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience in the occupational group or equivalent experience.
• Successful completion of the POSS (Plant Operator Selection System) assessment prior to employment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, and sit throughout the workday.
• Constant ability to see, hear, read, and communicate clearly.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Ability to maintain focus, learn continuously, and exercise sound judgment in an industrial environment.
• Regular, on‑site attendance is required; this position is not eligible for remote work.

Work Environment

• Industrial plant environment with occasional exposure to noise, chemicals, and machinery.
• Use of motor vehicles and machinery as required.
• Compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Why should you join our team?

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.

What we offer: 

• Competitive compensation 
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

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, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.