Vehicle Maintenance Technician 1 - IBEW 1393

Duke Energy Corporation; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation in Plainfield, IN seeks a Vehicle Maintenance Technician I to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on light and medium duty vehicles and equipment.

Requires an associates degree or certificate in auto, diesel, or heavy equipment mechanics or 1 year related experience; must obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months; candidates must be able to lift 100 lb and work in a garage environment; travel 5-15% and onsite at a company facility.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or certificate in auto, diesel, or heavy equipment mechanics from a vocational school; OR at least one year of related work experience.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain a Class A CDL license within 6 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections on light and medium vehicles and assist higher classification of technicians with PMs on all vehicles and equipment.
• 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.
• Complete training requirements for Vehicle Maintenance Technician I in the timeframe established by the Company.

Skills

CDL Class A

Auto/diesel mechanics

Physical stamina

Education

Associates degree or certificate in auto, diesel, or heavy equipment mechanics

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 Tuesday, September 22, 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 Tuesday, September 22, 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.

Job Description

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.
• 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

• Must have an Associates 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.

Job Specific Requirements

• 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.
• Traveling outside the Company service area for the purpose of training and working within this classification.
• Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

IBEW Local 1393

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

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

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