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Duke Energy Materials Trainee - IBEW 1393 in Plainfield, Indiana
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Job Summary
Under indirect supervision, perform duties in Materials Management Facilities including, but not limited to, shipping, receiving, storing, issuing and inventory of parts, materials and equipment. Record all transactions. Load, unload and transport parts, materials and equipment and perform other duties as assigned.
The duties of this classification are set forth in the job specification for Materials Specialist.
Employees in this classification will be assigned to perform work and participate in training resulting in qualifications for promotion to Materials Specialist at the end of two years.
Basic/Required Qualifications (Materials Trainee)
- High School Diploma/GED
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of warehouse activities
Self-motivated
Anticipates, responds and follows up effectively to customers’ request, which may include inquires received in person, via phone and/or in writing
Good communication skills including ability to effectively interact with management, teammates, and customers
Ability to multi-task and adapt to constantly changing conditions, such as time pressures. Must be able to prioritize both long-term and short-term task with varying levels of urgency from multiple team members, balanced along with normal duties
Good organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
Some generation plant experience and/or warehousing experience
Good working knowledge of warehousing
Ability to identify problems, consider resolutions and work with teammates to decide on necessary steps to solve the problems
Warehouse experience and inventory control
Forklift experience
Working Conditions
Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility.
Inside warehouse/storeroom and outside yard environment including all weather conditions and possibly extreme temperatures
Frequent overtime and emergency call-out for unscheduled outages
Weekend coverage if required
Lifting requirements of 50 pounds
Job requires frequent walking, bending, kneeling, pulling, climbing ladders, and working in extreme heat or cold
Specific Requirements
Valid driver’s license
Ability to successfully complete fork-lift, safety, environmental and supply chain-related training
Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No
Represented/Union Position IBEW Local 1393
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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