Garage Mechanic Apprentice (1st Yr)

Alliant Energy•Verona, WI

8d•$41 - $45

About The Position

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off. Residency Requirements: Not subject to residency requirements. Job Summary Under supervision or direction, inspects, overhauls, repairs, paints, cleans, greases and otherwise services automotive and construction equipment; keeps it in condition for safe, satisfactory and economical operation as directed. Keeps the garage and service truck neat and orderly. What you will do Inspects, services, diagnoses, repairs and overhauls gasoline and diesel engines, standard and automatic transmissions, front and rear axles, hydraulic and air brake systems, springs, electrical systems, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, and other chassis and auxiliary components; aligns front ends. Inspects, diagnoses and repairs minor structural failures and cracks in metal and fiberglass booms, frames and supports. Issues gas and oil; paints with brush or gun; drives a truck or operates equipment. Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.

Requirements

Completion of the Garage Mechanic Apprenticeship and pass the final position qualification exam
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License prior to the end of trial period
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation regulations on drug/alcohol testing (CFR 49, Parts 40 and 382), and is subject to drug/alcohol testing according to said regulations.
Mechanical/troubleshooting ability, capable to use computer diagnosing equipment and numerous other test equipment
Able to read, interpret and work from manufacturers’ operational and technical manuals.
Knowledge of and ability to perform simple machining in the fabrication of parts.
Knowledge and application of hand tools as used in a mechanics trade.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of technical training in mechanical/hydraulics and/or five years’ experience in major overhauls on automotive, construction and other mechanical equipment

Responsibilities

Inspects, services, diagnoses, repairs and overhauls gasoline and diesel engines, standard and automatic transmissions, front and rear axles, hydraulic and air brake systems, springs, electrical systems, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, and other chassis and auxiliary components; aligns front ends.
Inspects, diagnoses and repairs minor structural failures and cracks in metal and fiberglass booms, frames and supports.
Issues gas and oil; paints with brush or gun; drives a truck or operates equipment.
Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.