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DTE Energy

Senior Capital Project Manager

Detroit, MI · On-site

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Electrical Distribution, Transmission, Gas, Industrial, or Power Generation project management ...

DTE Energy

O&M Technician

San Diego, CA · On-site

$47.65 - $58.62/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... The Facility is operated and maintained by DTE San Diego Cogen, Inc., and owned by Rady Children ...

DTE Energy

Operating Engineer Level 4

Detroit, MI · On-site

$44.90/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Perform Operator rounds using handheld tablet to manually retrieve and record operating data from ...

DTE Energy

Operating Engineer

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$45.52/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Work shifts rotate and the Operating Engineer frequently works alone. Key Accountabilities • ...

DTE Energy

Operating Engineer

Romulus, MI · On-site

$45.52/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Work shifts rotate and the Operating Engineer frequently works alone. Key Accountabilities • ...

DTE Energy

Supervisor - Engineering

Detroit, MI · On-site

Performs all duties in accordance with DTE Energy's safety rules, operating regulations and practices; reports unsafe conditions and practices. * Performs or ensures the accomplishment of the ...

DTE Energy

Operating Engineer Level 4

Detroit, MI · On-site

$44.90/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Perform Operator rounds using handheld tablet to manually retrieve and record operating data from ...

DTE Energy

Operating Engineer Level 4

Detroit, MI · On-site

$44.90/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Understand plant systems as a whole and the interdependencies of equipment and operator input on ...

DTE Energy

Operating Engineer Level 4

Detroit, MI

$44.90/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Understand plant systems as a whole and the interdependencies of equipment and operator input on ...

DTE Energy

O&M Technician

San Diego, CA · On-site

$47.65 - $58.62/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... The Facility is operated and maintained by DTE San Diego Cogen, Inc., and owned by Rady Children ...

DTE Energy

Plant Manager - AFF

Buffalo, NY

$106K - $159K/yr

Ensures the facility is operated in a safe and environmentally responsible manner in compliance with the core values of DTE Energy and all local, state, and federal regulations * Develops the annual ...

DTE Energy

Plant Manager - AFF

Tonawanda, NY · On-site

$106 - $159/hr

Ensures the facility is operated in a safe and environmentally responsible manner in compliance with the core values of DTE Energy and all local, state, and federal regulations * Develops the annual ...

DTE Energy

Operating Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site

$44.90/hr

Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things. The hourly rate for this position is $44.90 . Job Summary Location: Detroit, MI The Chilled Water Plant Operator is responsible for ...

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Do workers at DTE Energy get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
81% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Does DTE Energy pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
83% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

At DTE Energy, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
63% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from DTE Energy affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at DTE Energy?

Most people get paid time off work.
97% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 40% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 33% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 27% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at DTE Energy worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
98% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do DTE Energy workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it for DTE Energy workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
43% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at DTE Energy?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
84% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do DTE Energy managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
95% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do jobs at DTE Energy spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
2% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at DTE Energy?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
90% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is working at DTE Energy good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
70% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at DTE Energy feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at DTE Energy get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at DTE Energy?

Some people feel stressed here.
65% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at DTE Energy enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
85% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at DTE Energy recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
72% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at DTE Energy?

Most people got enough training when they started.
75% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at DTE Energy?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 35% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people think DTE Energy’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how DTE Energy is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
73% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

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Infographic showing various Transmission Operator job openings at Dte Energy in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution.

Wellfield Gas Recovery Technician - South

DTE Energy

Angleton, TX • On-site

$28.03 - $34.19/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

DTE Energy rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 60 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 53 rated energy and utility

Job description

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century. And as Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we're creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states. But we're more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences, and values everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.
DTE Biomass Energy (DTEBE) develops, owns and operates renewable energy projects throughout the United States. Our company converts biogas generated at landfills and at dairy farms into clean, renewable electricity or renewable natural gas (RNG). As a leader in this industry, with more than 20 operating facilities stretching from North Carolina to California, we have the proven capabilities to help provide communities with safe, environmentally sound renewable energy. Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, DTE Biomass Energy is a wholly owned subsidiary of DTE Energy. DTEBE has an immediate opening at our facility below.
Sea Breeze Energy Producers, LLC is a landfill gas to energy facility in Freeport, Texas. The facility has an 4.0 MMCFD LFG processing plant consisting of 4 Vilter screw compressors, The plant has gas treatment equipment to remove H2S, Oxygen, water and CO2. The Facility was constructed by DTE Biomass in 2018. Gas from the facility is sold to OCI Fuels Limited. The pay range for this position is $28.03 - $34.19.
Job Summary
Location: Various, United States
This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance and repair of a landfill gas collection and processing facility. Work is performed under general supervision of a Facility Manager, with work results reviewed through the achievement of set goals and adherence to policies and procedures.
Key Accountabilities
  • Conducts day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of a landfill gas (LFG) collection system and LFG delivery pipeline
  • Performs equipment inspections, collects samples of LFG wells and gas collection system, and makes adjustments to optimize well flow as necessary
  • Collects oil, water, wastewater, gas, and air samples for analysis
  • Performs minor electrical and mechanical repairs
  • Adheres to company and project specific health and safety requirements; participates in monthly safety audits and inspections
  • Maintains administrative records including logbook, filing system for drawings, instruction books and manuals, spare parts inventory, and records
  • Supports, assists, and directs the work of contractors on-site
  • Routinely operates a motor vehicle and/or off-road vehicle on undeveloped terrain
  • Ability to work independently with little or no supervision

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Possesses a valid driver's license and good driving record
  • Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions and recommend sound alternatives
  • Ability to work overtime including call outs outside of normal business hours, weekends, and holidays
  • Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications

Other Qualifications
Preferred:
  • Previous military experience
  • A technical degree or certificate in an electrical or mechanical field is preferable, or equivalent work experience with electrical and mechanical systems
  • Familiar with gas compression and/or gas transportation
  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrument control systems including equipment such as motors, blowers, controls, and pumps

Physical Demands & Working Conditions
Physical Demands
The physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is required to:
  • Sit, stand, or walk for a minimum of 8-hour shifts, including walking long distances, up and down stairs and on uneven ground
  • Occasionally lift objects of up to 50 pounds in weight and carry objects of up to 50 pounds in weight
  • Frequently climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch
  • Talk and hear in noisy environments; use hands and fingers; handle and feel; and able to reach with hands and arms
  • Occasionally operate over the road vehicles, mobile equipment and/or UTV
  • Wear personal protective equipment including but not limited to, personal fall arrest equipment, flame resistant clothing, arc rated apparel, etc.
  • Possess the following vision requirements: close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Working conditions
  • Frequently be exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions, and extreme heat and cold
  • Occasionally be exposed to protected and unprotected heights, which requires the use of a personal fall arrest system (harness/lifeline)
  • Be in a work environment where the noise level may occasionally be moderate to high, requiring use of hearing protection

Additional Information
Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
PRIVACY NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA JOB APPLICANTS
At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws.

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