Mechanical Maintenance Journey or Apprentice

Alliant Energy•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•$38 - $51•Onsite

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: Prairie Creek Gen Station Residency Requirements: Not subject to residency requirements. Job Summary Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance to power station equipment, machines and structures; perform required welding and cutting and be required to use both gas and electric welders.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Knowledge of maintenance shop type work
Ability to weld
Ability to read blueprints, P&ID’s, maintenance manuals, technical manuals
Mechanical aptitude
Reading and math knowledge
Marked and demonstrated ability to work extremely close mechanical tolerances
Thorough knowledge and positive attitude toward company’s safety rules
Able to render practical First Aid and CPR
Working knowledge of Right to Know information
Should possess suitable temperament to be able to perform work where physical dexterity, precision and patience are essential.
Basic computer skills are required.
Must be forklift certified.

Responsibilities

Make general repairs on all plant equipment including, but not limited to: pumps, fans, compressors, pulverizers, gear reducers, buildings and structures.
Make repair parts for mechanical equipment, rebabbit small bearings; align and adjust mechanical equipment used at the power station.
Responsible for cutting, installing and repairing pipes, valves, traps, and fittings on vacuum, air, water, oil, gas, chemical and steam lines subject to high and low pressures and various temperatures.
Rigging equipment for lifting.
Fabrication of sheet metal/steel.
Install new equipment; overhaul, repair, and rearrange old equipment as required.
Operation of mobile equipment to facilitate maintenance repairs and installation of various equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance activities.
May be required to do miscellaneous painting, keep shop equipment and tools clean, orderly and operable.
May be required to direct and instruct other employees.
May be required to assist plant operations or coal operations.
Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.