Job Description

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance from the assigned location at the JH Campbell Plant, West Olive, MI

This is a Union position

The Advanced Unskilled Worker performs a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks in support of plant, facility, and grounds operations. This role supports maintenance, repair, and general upkeep activities and requires the ability to safely perform physical work in industrial environments while following established procedures and directions.

Key Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, this position may perform duties including, but not limited to:

• Performing manual labor in and around buildings, yards, and industrial facilities

• Assisting with basic construction and maintenance tasks such as mixing concrete and building rough forms

• Washing, painting, and maintaining walls, windows, and frames

• Repairing roads, walkways, and facility grounds

• Moving, transporting, and handling tools, equipment, and repair materials

• Assisting with minor repairs to machinery and equipment

• Performing semi-skilled painting and other related maintenance work

• Supporting general facility and grounds upkeep as assigned

• Employees may be required to perform other related duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• Minimum of 6 months of experience performing unskilled or labor-related work in an industrial, power plant, or similar environment, or equivalent experience

• Basic understanding of elementary mechanical principles

• Valid driver’s license with the ability to qualify for and safely operate a motor vehicle

• Ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with others

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform physical work with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Standing for extended periods

• Frequent walking, bending, and crouching

• Occasional lifting and carrying of items up to 20 pounds

• Occasional climbing of ladders and stairs

• Frequent exposure to noise and industrial environments

• Work performed both indoors and outdoors, including exposure to heat, cold, and coal dust

Work Environment

• Industrial and power plant environments

• Exposure to loud noise and potential workplace hazards

• Occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Additional Information

• This position requires regular, on-site attendance and is not eligible for remote work

• Safety compliance and adherence to company procedures are essential

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 packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 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.