Tool Repair Technician I or Tool Repair Technician II
Duke Energy
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Position Summary
The Tool Repair Tech I serves to support the Small Tool Repair Technician II in provisioning, troubleshooting, and managing the Customer Delivery, Transmission compliance tool schedules and other business unit periodic inspection requests. This includes Inspecting, Cleaning, Repairing and Testing Compliance Tools in accordance with corporate guidelines per OSHA, ASTM and ASME standards. This position will also coordinate with field supervisor and schedule compliance tool shipments to ensure internal customer live line tools are in compliance.
The Tool Repair Tech II (Maintenance Mechanic) is responsible for provisioning, troubleshooting, and managing Distribution and Transmission compliance tool schedules. This includes inspecting, cleaning, repairing, and testing compliance tools in accordance with corporate guidelines, OSHA, ASTM, and ASME standards. This position coordinates with supervision to schedule compliance tool shipments ensuring field live line tools remain in compliance. Technician will be required to receive certification from manufacturer to service and repair tools internally on behalf of the manufacturer and manage parts inventory.
Responsibilities
Repairing Specialty Tools - Battery, Hydraulic, Gas Powered & Electrical Tools
Unpack, sort, separate, clean, visually inspect, repair, electrically test, stamp, package, and ship various compliance tool types primarily in support of the tool cascade program
Inspect, clean, repair, and test compliance tools in accordance with corporate guidelines, OSHA, ASTM, and ASME standards
Manage and coordinate compliance tool schedule deliveries to ensure field tools are in compliance
Operate equipment in the Tool Repair Shop including electronic and manual testing equipment
Safely operate a forklift for loading and unloading trucks
Document work, labeling, and updating customer data using computer applications
Assist walk-in customers and support other Tool Services activities
Basic/Required Qualifications
Note: This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relative experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.
Tool Repair Tech I
High School/GED AND one (1) years minimum required related experience
Tool Repair Tech II
High School/GED AND two (2) years minimum required related experience
Desired Qualifications
Associates degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Prior basic knowledge of power distribution
Prior knowledge of power tools
Self-motivated, hard-worker, with desire to learn in a fast pace setting
Flexible and ready to perform multiple duties depending on priority
Working Conditions
Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility
First shift; Monday-Thursday 6:00am-3:30pm, Friday 7:00am-11:00am
Repair Shop environment – concrete floor walking on asphalt, open touch down space
Occasional work extended shifts in support of outage activities; some call-out required and must be available to support other Tool Services activities assisting walk-in customers and Tool Repair Tech II’s
Frequent standing, walking, stooping and bending (position will require raising and transporting up to 50 lbs., occasionally coiled and loose items; must be able to lift 50+ pounds), with hands in water frequently
Frequent pushing and pulling using physical force and repetitive cleaning motion
Specific Requirements
Valid Driver's License
Ability to obtain DOT Certification (Health Card) for driving Duke DOT equipment under 26,000 lbs. or below
Ability to operate forklift for loading/unloading trucks
Competent in inspecting and repairing a range of tool categories in addition to managing tool schedule deliveries
Proficiency with basic computer applications including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access, and internal web-based materials ordering and expense system applications
Satisfactory safety record and adherence to company safe work practice
Basic repair knowledge and/or experience with troubleshooting skills
Understanding of Voltage, Resistance, and Current principles
Mechanical skills to make, test, and tag assemblies of critical personal protective equipment
Ability to follow direction around meeting work standards and tool specifications that are consistent and reliable
Good communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills to clearly articulate business interaction with internal customers, factory representatives, and co-workers
Ability to report to work on time and meet deadlines
Ability to prioritize and perform multiple duties depending on priority
Ability to handle work responsibilities with minimum supervision while working as part of a team
Desire to learn in a fast-paced setting and be respectful to others
Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs., occasionally coiled and loose items
Ability to lift 50+ pounds with hands in water frequently
Frequent standing, walking, stooping, and bending
Frequent pushing and pulling using physical force and repetitive cleaning motion
Repair shop environment – concrete floor, walking on asphalt, open touch down space
Occasional extended shifts in support of outage activities
Some call-out responsibilities required
Must be available to work all hours as needed, day or night, weekends, or holidays, and in all weather conditions
Requires ability to travel and stay overnight to various locations
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Travel Requirements
5-15%