Duke Power Employment – Service Apprentice

Job Description:

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you’ll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

Job Responsibilities:

The following list is not intended to be all inclusive of duties and responsibilities as needed to learn, assist and independently perform regulated and non-regulated service work.

• Perform work assignments on customer’s premises; Interact with customers in a professional, respectful and courteous manner to promote good customer relations; answer customer-related inquiries regarding established Company policies and procedures and provide explanation of work performed
• Utilize and become proficient in technology devices such as computer, smart phone, etc. for work assignments and to accurately record required information
• Utilize tools such as maps and GPS to locate work assignments; Drive a company vehicle; Fleet assignments vary by location and generally include requirement to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) medical card within 6 months of entering the position. Maintain the CDL medical card on a consistent basis thereafter.
• Identify, obtain and deliver materials needed for work assignments
• Inspect and protect (paint) above ground appurtenances for atmospheric corrosion
• Read meters
• Install and program encoder receiver transmitters (ERTs)
• Hang door tags
• Work tenant changes, including soft close
• Turn off and/or remove meter due to non-payment from customer (DNP)
• Identify unauthorized use of gas and remove meter as required
• Install residential and small commercial meters (up to Group III)
• Complete turn on of customer meter, including dial test, lighting pilots and testing appliances/ equipment including but not limited to appliances in crawl spaces and attics
• Act as a first responder on emergency orders

Job Requirements:

• Safety awareness and leadership
• Demonstrated effective communication (verbal and written), interpersonal skills and customer orientation
• Experience working independently to serve customers in a related environment
• Two years technical school education or the equivalent job-related knowledge
• Previous work experience with plumbing, electrical, heating and HVAC installation/maintenance, up to and including a license
• Working knowledge of gas appliances
• Experience with troubleshooting, problem solving and diagnostics of mechanical and/or electrical equipment
• 2-3 years or natural gas industry experience

Qualification & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• Experience using construction tools
• Experience applying basic mechanical concepts and mechanical aptitude

Job Details:

Company:  Duke Energy Careers

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Cincinnati, OH, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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