Line Mechanic Journey or Apprentice

Alliant Energy•Clinton, IA

1d•$40 - $52

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. This role may be filled at the Apprentice or Journey level dependent upon qualifications. Training Locations: Clinton Operations Center, DeWitt Operations Center Residency Requirements: Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 35 minutes or less under normal driving conditions. Job Summary Construct, dismantle, maintain, operate, patrol and repair de-energized and energized, overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines and all associated equipment to serve and maintain service to electrical customers.

Requirements

High School Diploma Required
Training required: Equivalent to four-year formal apprenticeship training such as the I.B.E.W. Lineman Apprenticeship Course
Journeyman lineman certificate or equivalent 4 or more years experience in line construction, operation, maintenance work or equivalent
Obtain and maintain Class "A" CDL
CPR and First Aid
Must have mechanical skills, ability to work in a team setting, capable communicator
Ability to be courteous and tactful with the public
Will be required to work irregular hours during storm emergencies and as needed

Nice To Haves

May be required to be certified to apply herbicides

Responsibilities

Install, tension, tie in and remove conductors.
Install, frame and climb poles and structures.
Remove disassemble same.
Operate basket trucks, digger trucks, trenchers, backhoes and other various construction equipment.
Restore electric service lost due to weather, equipment failure, or whatever cause, in a safe and prompt manner.
Install and maintain street and security lighting equipment.
Operate and maintain hydraulic tools and systems.
Install underground electrical equipment including cable, switchgear, cable terminations and other related gear.
Know and understand safety and construction standards.
CPR and First Aid.
Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.