Fleet Services Technical Consultant

Duke Energy; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Travel 5-15%

Job summary

Duke Energy in Charlotte, NC seeks a Fleet Acquisitions professional to lead annual fleet replacements, develop vehicle and equipment specifications, and guide vendor selection for reliable, compliant assets.

You will partner with fleet operations, procurement and safety teams to ensure cost-effective acquisitions, strong supplier relationships, and a smooth lifecycle from ordering to upfitting.

Hybrid work arrangement with travel 5-15% and relocation assistance provided where applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant experience required.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems, operations, and specifications.
• Ability to interpret federal/state/regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA, etc.).
• Experience with Maximo and fleet management software.
• Strong negotiation and customer relationship skills.
• Experience diagnosing gasoline/diesel engines and hydraulic equipment.
• Project management certification (PMP or Six Sigma) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual fleet replacements/acquisitions to meet customer needs within budget.
• Support vehicle/equipment purchasing agreements and contracts with compliance.
• Develop vehicle/equipment specifications and vendor selection processes.
• Act as project manager through ordering, manufacturing, delivery, and upfitting lifecycle.
• Develop fleet reports and manage inventory in Fleet Management system.
• Coordinate communications with Fleet Services on campaigns, recalls, and technical items.

Skills

Negotiation

Customer relationships

Project management

Vehicle diagnostics

Regulatory interpretation

Maximo

Fleet Mobile App

CDL Class A

Utility industry experience

T&D processes knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

2 years relevant experience or 4 years equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

5+ years Duke Energy VMT III

Tools

Maximo

Fleet Mobile App

CDL Class A

Job description

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 Wednesday, September 30, 2026

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.

Provides guidance in the development of vehicle/equipment specifications, preventative maintenance practices, and manufacturer/vendor selection for Duke Energy. Participates in overall relationships with manufacturer/vendor/dealer technical, service, and parts personnel. Maintains relationships with departmental management and contacts to ensure customer needs for vehicles/equipment are met. Supports development of long-range business plans for Fleet Services and customers in alignment with overall company strategy. This consultant level role is expected to develop deeper technical skills and the ability to work with an increasing degree of independence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Fleet Acquisitions

• Responsible for annual fleet replacements / acquisitions for assigned asset types to meet customer needs while complying with budget guidance.
• Supports vehicle/equipment purchasing agreements and contracts ensuring compliance with term, conditions, pricing, etc.
• Provides technical guidance to the Business Unit in the development of vehicle and equipment specifications including modifications as well as vendor/manufacturer selection process.
• Acts as project manager throughout the acquisition process, providing status updates and coordination throughout the vehicle/equipment ordering, manufacturing, delivery, and upfitting lifecycle.

Fleet Management Software

• Participates in the development of reports relative to fleet inventories of vehicles/equipment.
• Processes the reassignment of vehicles/equipment in a timely manner, updating information accordingly in the Fleet Management system.
• Participates in the development of communications to Fleet Services organization related to campaign, recall, diagnostic, and other technical related items.

Vehicle & Equipment Recommendation/Safety

• Assist in developing and maintaining technical specifications for Duke Energy vehicles and equipment
• Supports standards teams consisting of fleet services and user group personnel with the goal of providing standard, safe, and reliable vehicles/equipment that meet user department requirements.
• Assist in developing and maintaining preventative maintenance for Duke Energy vehicles and equipment

Industry Relationships

• Supports dealer, manufacturer, and supplier relationships, including vehicle/equipment ordering, production tracking, expediting, and parts procurement activities

Working Conditions

• Hybrid

Specific Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 years' relevant experience or 4 years' equivalent industry experience."
• Working knowledge of vehicle systems, operations, applications, and specifications.
• Ability to interpret federal, state, and regulatory requirements that are applicable to fleet operations. Includes DOT, ANSI, OSHA, and others.
• Knowledge of applicable systems including Maximo and Fleet Mobile App.
• Familiarity with Duke Energy Sedgewick Claims Administration.
• Strong negotiation and customer relationship skills.
• Experience or equivalent training in the diagnosis and repair of gasoline and diesel engine vehicles, hydraulic mobile equipment, and pneumatic and electronic systems.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• 4-Year Bachelors Degree in Technical or Business related field (Mechanical Engineer
• Class A CDL
• 5+ years as a Duke Energy VMT III
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Behavioral Competencies:
• Innovating Change
• Collaborating and working with others
• Problem Solving / Decision Making
• Delivering Results
• Good working knowledge of T&D work processes
• Project Management certification (PMP or Six Sigma)

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Represented/Union Position No Visa Sponsored Position No.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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