Lark Shop Technician I,II,III (Advanced Machinist/CNC)

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, August 17, 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. Lark Maintenance Shop is a repair shop that provides specialty repair services to the Duke Energy Generation Fleet. The primary focus of the shop is reverse engineering components, refurbishment/replacement of aged components, repair of turbine-generator related components, complete overhaul of balance-of-plant pumps and responding to fleet needs to support the generation assets. The shop is composed of skilled personnel that work both independently and as a team to provide a high level of customer service to Duke Energy. The Lark Machine Shop Technician is a progressive position requiring individuals to work in a machine shop environment to support the Duke Energy Generation Fleet. Individuals in this position must be agile in their skillsets and have the ability to be flexible since the work is directly dictated by the priorities of the fleet. Individuals in this role have a minimum background in manual machining capabilities and further their advancement with other detailed skillsets (e.g., specialty welding, CNC machine operator/programmer, equipment specialist (pumps, valves, turbine components). Ability to disassemble various mechanical equipment (e.g. pumps, valves, gearboxes) and inspect components Perform machining operations associated with the repair, refurbishment or creation of new mechanical components. This will include lathe operations, milling operations, boring operations, drilling operations, grinding operations. Qualified to use precision instruments to an accuracy of 0.001”. Performs inspection and manufacture of parts using precision measuring and testing equipment (M&TE) including OD and ID micrometers, Vernier calipers, dial gauges, hardness testers, XRF analyzer. Operation of various location vehicles and equipment. Including: forklifts, pickup trucks, man lifts, (scissor and boom lifts), steam cleaners, sandblasters, water jet, oxy/fuel cutting operations. Maintain proficiency to safely inspect/install/use rigging with overhead pendant cranes up to 60T capacity. Ability to safely use rigging and lifting techniques to transport and invert large components. Preventive maintenance on equipment, housekeeping during operations. Ability to travel to support fleet requests Depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.

Lark Maintenance Shop Technician I - Highschool Diploma/GED Lark Maintenance Shop Technician II - Highschool Diploma/GED AND 3 years minimum required related work experience Lark Maintenance Shop Technician III - Highschool Diploma/GED AND 8 years minimum required related work experience Additional Preferred Qualifications • Technical school or applicable military training preferred.  • Journeyman mechanic/millwright certification preferred but not required.  • Apprentice program completion preferred but not required.  • NCCCO/NCCCR certification for mobile and/or bridge crane preferred, but not required. • Prior experience with the setup and operation of manual and CNC machines, including lathes, milling machines, turning centers, waterjet operations, oxy/acetylene tables.  • Prior experience with the setup and operation of both horizontal and vertical boring machines.  • Prior experience with field machining operations (boring bars, stud removal, flange facing, etc.)  •