Work Management Specialist I

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Job Summary

The Work Management Specialist is an entry-level individual contributor position that will be responsible for providing work management support for Distribution, Customer Experience & Services, while working within the parameters of established processes and standards. This position will provide administrative support to multiple managers and serves in a non-exempt capacity. This position is accountable for providing accurate and timely work results which support safety, reliability, storm restoration, and cost management while providing quality customer service.

Responsibilities

Provides quality customer service and support to Delivery Operations

• Achieves acceptable level of availability during normal work schedule and emergency storm restoration after hours and weekends
• Takes ownership of customer issues and problems until resolved, requesting assistance as needed.
• Facilitates communication between internal and external customers
• Reports job status details to operation center personnel and others as requested
• Builds knowledge and skills through training of construction standards, compatible units, construction prints, etc. used in Delivery Operations
• Ensures work is scheduled and executed timely
• Monitors various reports to ensure process adherence to achieve customer-related goals
• Research, root cause analysis and ownership of resolution of customer issues
• Provides feedback to supervision for coaching opportunities
• Collaborates with other work groups to ensure desired customer experience
• Professional and courteous in all contacts
• Uses software applications to prepare correspondence, reports, & presentations

Cost Management

• Creates appropriate work order to complete follow-up work
• Assists in reconciling work order materials, labor, and equipment to represent actual field construction
• Assists in resolving errors and prepares for close-out of construction work orders in work management system
• Develops skill set to report units of property to asset accounting accurately
• Responsible for bargaining unit payroll
• Ensures timesheet is accurately recorded in time management system in accordance with payroll guidelines
• Provides reports to Operations Leadership regarding bargaining unit employees

Reliability

• Prepares for and provides emergency restoration support as needed
• Supports the Delivery Operations reliability programs or processes using appropriate work management applications

EE Engagement/Safety

• Supports Human Performance safety culture through active participation in safety meetings
• Follows ergonomics and office safety guidelines
• Supports corporate initiatives
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and development

Required/Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task & prioritize work effectively
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Previous Bargaining Unit payroll processing experience
• Experience using ARCOS software, MAXIMO and SAP
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
• Ability to promote teamwork and collaboration
• Possesses effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborates effectively in a team environment & works independently in resolving problems
• Exhibits flexibility and dependability during normal work schedule and emergency storm restoration
• Supports changing work environments, processes, and policies
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software
• Knowledge of local ordinances, permits, and inspections
• Knowledgeable of delivery operations processes, and work management and related computer applications

Working Conditions

• Hybrid mobility classification – requirement to be onsite 3 days a week and live within a reasonable commute to the assigned Duke Energy facility. There will be a 90-day onsite onboarding period
• M - F, 5-8s
• Emergency response required

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

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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