Vehicle Maintenance Tech I

Vehicle Maintenance Tech I Duke Energy relocation assistance United States, Indiana, Madison May 11, 2026 Important Application Submission Information In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Monday, May 25, 2026 More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. 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. Under directive supervision, this position is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, inspections and basic repairs on utility vehicles and equipment. Includes, but is not limited to passenger cars, pickup trucks, SUV's, medium and heavy trucks, trailers, and off-road equipment. Maintenance operations may take place in the garage or at field locations during various work schedules depending on business needs.

Performs such duties as:

Perform preventative maintenance inspections on light & medium duty vehicles/equipment and assist higher classification of technicians with PM's on all vehicles and equipment. Responsibilities for

Vehicle Maintenance Tech I:

Assist with Federal DOT inspections. Assist on dielectric test inspections. Perform diagnostics and repairs on light and medium vehicles, (gas & diesel) forklifts, trailers, and powered equipment. Maintain the appropriate level of technical competence required to diagnose and repair vehicles/equipment. Perform hydraulic brake systems and component repairs. Assist with hydraulic component repairs. Assist with air brake system inspections and repairs. Assist higher classification of technicians with diagnostics and repairs on all vehicles/equipment. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair basic electric system components, cranking, lighting, charging and assist with basic A/C systems and component repairs. Complete all training requirements for Vehicle Maintenance Technician I in the timeframe established by the Company. Basic/Required Qualifications for a

Vehicle Maintenance Technician I:

Must have an Associate's degree or certificate in auto, diesel, or heavy equipment mechanics from a vocational school; OR at least one year of related work experience in lieu of a degree. Must successfully obtain and maintain a Class A CDL license within 6 months of hire date. Must be able to stand and walk on concrete surface for extended periods of time. Must be able to work in garage environment with associated noise, fumes and dust and tolerate heights in aerial devices. Must be able to lift and/or push at least 100 lbs. several times per shift. Must be able to carry at least 50 lbs. a distance of at least 25 feet. Repeated bending and twisting are required. This position contains a weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading. This weight restriction must be maintained throughout employment within the Vehicle Maintenance Technician progression.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications :

3 years Automotive experience or

Diesel Technical College Working Conditions:

Onsite Mobility Classification - Work will be performed at the assigned company facility. Must live within 30 miles of district office. Travel Requirements 15-25% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)No Represented/Union PositionIBEW Local 1393 Visa Sponsored PositionNo Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications. Privacy Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA) Terms of Use Accessibility