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Network Underground Services (NUS) Technician, WarehouseReports To: NUS Distribution Construction SupervisorLocation: 829 Jefferson St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318Must live within a reasonable commuting distance to the Metro Atlanta area. Relocation assistance is available.Job SummaryThe Network Underground Services (NUS) Warehouse Technician reports to the NUS Distribution Construction Supervisor. This position is primarily responsible for the NUS Warehouse which supports Construction, Training, Engineering, Maintenance and Test. The successful candidate will be required to gain extensive knowledge of the NUS materials used for civil and electrical installations. This position provides services through the procurement of stock and non-stock items, tracking of PO/PR's and emergency stock levels. This position works closely with NUS - engineers, supervisors, principals, technical trainers, management, etc. to support the supply and demand for Network Construction New Business & System Improvement, Operations & Reliability (O&R) and NUS Training. The successful candidate will support all operations that allows NUS to perform high quality, cost effective, and timely construction services for the network underground electrical systems located within Metro Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, Macon, Columbus, Athens, Gainesville, Valdosta and other spot Network Systems located within the state of Georgia. This position is accountable for maintaining inventory that allows NUS to provide a highly reliable service to the many High-Profile Customers located within our service territory. This position also assists with material needs for non-Network requests, such as "Hi-Reliable" Distribution Systems, the MARTA Electrical System, unique Generating Plant service requests (including Nuclear), etc. The successful candidate must embrace Safety Excellence and Our Values. The reporting location for this position will be in Atlanta and some travel to other areas on the electric system. The successful candidate must live within commuting distance of Atlanta or be willing to relocate.Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsible for attending bi-weekly scheduling/planning meetings, quality control, inventory and reconciling material for close-out of projectsCoordinate with Distribution Construction Supervisor, Coordinators and Design Engineers to ensure material availability for upcoming projectsPartner with Construction, Design Engineering, NUS Principal Engineers, Maintenance and Test, to identify specialized non-stock materials for each departmentProcurement of non-stock purchases including tracking & receivingCommunicate with Buyers & Vendors for generating & tracking PO/PR'sSchedule deliveries of materials for statewide operations of Network construction employees and contractors (Total ~250)Maintain emergency stock levels for Network operationsAccountable for management of ~$44M in inventory and to remain in compliance for audit readinessGenerate documents associated with warehouse transactions and maintain files in accordance with guidelinesManage all hazardous materials to assure safety and regulatory complianceResponsible for reporting and documentation associated with Corporate and Sarbanes-Oxley guidelines, local policies, and audit preparednessResponsible for fuel inventory management and accountingAccountable for analyzing, replenishing, monitoring and controlling NUS Warehouse inventory to ensure maximum material availability with minimum inventory investmentResponsible for reducing obsolete material inventoryVerify all stock and non-stock materials are properly entered in the material inventory systemAssuring compliance and accountability of procurement card expensesAbility to maintain confidentially relative to information about vendors and costResponsible for CRON and restock of material weeklyTake ownership for inventory level accuracy through inventory cycle counts, researching of variances and discrepancies, making correctionsInspection upon receipt of all products for proper assembly and specification complianceStandardize new commodity additions and existing commodity information on stock itemsResponsible for performing analyst function for all material in NUS inventoryResponsible for performing physical inventories of all material located at NUS locationsSupport the NUS Service Shop in the following areas:Evaluate New Tools & MaterialsGas Monitor CalibrationsSchedule Hydraulic Hose TestingSchedule Testing for Lifting ChainsElectrical Stick TestingTesting of Personal Protective GroundsMaintain stock of Nitrogen, Oxygen, PropaneMaintain & coordinate the repair of specialized tools for NUSJob QualificationsEducation:High School education or equivalent requiredAssociate or Bachelor's degree is a plusExperience Requirements:Extensive knowledge of specialized materials and tools needed for NUS is highly preferredFamiliarization with Network equipment, including cable such as 3-phase Paper Insulated Lead Covered Cable (PILC), Cross Linked Polyethylene Cable (XLP), Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR), 4kV switch gear, submersible transformers & protectors, specialized splices & components, vault frames & hatches, etc. is highly desiredTraining or experience in accounting practices as they relate to warehouse operationsExperience in inventory management, control, purchasing and the associated is highly preferredKnowledge and experience with Maximo, CRON & Enterprise Solutions is highly preferredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Ability to interact effectively face-to-face with CustomersAbility to manage multiple projects/tasks over the state of GeorgiaAbility to schedule and prioritize workAbility to deliver results within a deadlineAbility to adapt positively to changeDemonstrated support of Management initiativesAbility to resolve conflict using the Company's ValuesEffective communication skills, both written and verbalExcellent relationship building skillsStrong computer skills Outlook, Word, Excel, etc. highly preferredAbility to solve problems and remove barriersAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionProven decision-making expertiseAssist field personnel with proper commodity selectionAbility to lift/carry up to 75 pounds is requiredOperating warehouse equipmentForklift operations requiredOther:Valid Driver's License is requiredThe incumbent will be required to be in an on-call rotation to respond for warehouse duties during trouble situationsSuccessful candidate must live within reasonable distance of permanent work locationAvailability for Storm Duty is requiredRelocation assistance is availableBehavioral Attributes:Promotes Safety ExcellenceActively practices the core safety beliefsDemonstrated strong teamwork skills, coupled with ability to work independently with minimal supervisionModel "Our Values" Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior PerformanceHighly ethical and demonstrates the Company's ValuesEmbraces personal development and growthProactive problem solver

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