Lead Electrician

Alliant Energy•Beloit, WI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Supervises the construction of substations and maintains the electrical and related equipment of a substation and small hydro plant. Installs and maintains high voltage cables. Inspects for, analyzes causes of, and eliminates electrical and mechanical operating difficulties in substations and small hydro plant. Tests equipment, devices, and controls for proper operation. Installs and maintains circuit breakers. Inspects equipment at small hydro plant and substation interconnections. Wires switchboards. Revises drawings and wiring diagrams as necessary. Supervises others assigned to assist in accomplishing assignment. Performs duties of electrician as required. Keeps records and prepares reports as required. Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
2 years experience working on energized substations as an electrician
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License prior to the end of trial period
Employees in this job classification are covered by the Residency Policy and will be required to live within 20 minutes of headquarters
This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382).
Familiarity with electric utility theory along with fundamentals of electricity and with testing apparatus
Thorough knowledge of the company Safety Rules and Operating Practices and requirements of the State Electrical Code as it relates to substation construction and maintenance
Thorough knowledge of the company's standards of substation construction
Understanding of work order procedures and allocation of charges
Ability to make understandable sketches and to read maps and construction drawings
Ability to make repairs and adjustments on motors, transformers, and other electrical equipment
Ability to supervise others
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

Supervises and takes part in maintaining, constructing and installing equipment in substations and small hydro plant.
Installs and maintains high voltage cables.
Inspects for, analyzes causes of, and eliminates electrical and mechanical operating difficulties in substations and small hydro plant.
Tests equipment, devices, and controls for proper operation.
Installs and maintains circuit breakers.
Inspects equipment at small hydro plant and substation interconnections.
Wires switchboards.
Revises drawings and wiring diagrams as necessary.
Supervises others assigned to assist in accomplishing assignment.
Performs duties of electrician as required.
Keeps records and prepares reports as required.
Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.