T-Line Mechanic Journey or Apprentice

Alliant Energy•Cedar Rapids, IA

6d•$46 - $60

About The Position

Alliant Energy is hiring a T-Line Mechanic at the Apprentice or Journey level, depending on qualifications. The role constructs, dismantles, maintains, operates, patrols, and repairs energized and de-energized overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines and associated equipment to serve electrical customers. Training is based at the Cedar Rapids Operations Center or IPL Technical Training Center. The position is not subject to residency requirements. Work includes installing and removing conductors; installing, framing, climbing, dismantling, and removing poles and structures; operating construction equipment; restoring service; maintaining lighting and hydraulic systems; and installing underground electrical equipment. The employee must follow safety and construction standards, maintain CPR and First Aid qualifications, and report fit for duty. The role may require irregular hours during storm emergencies and as needed, and is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements. A Class A CDL must be obtained and maintained.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Training equivalent to a four-year formal apprenticeship, such as the I.B.E.W. Lineman Apprenticeship Course.
Journeyman lineman certificate or equivalent.
CPR and First Aid.
Four or more years of experience in line construction, operation, maintenance work, or equivalent.
Obtain and maintain a Class A CDL.
Subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382).
Mechanical skills.
Ability to work in a team setting and communicate capably.
Ability to be courteous and tactful with the public.
Must work irregular hours during storm emergencies and as needed.

Nice To Haves

May be required to be certified to apply herbicides.

Responsibilities

Construct, dismantle, maintain, operate, patrol, and repair energized and de-energized overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines and associated equipment.
Install, tension, tie in, and remove conductors.
Install, frame, and climb poles and structures; dismantle and remove them.
Operate basket trucks, digger trucks, trenchers, backhoes, and other construction equipment.
Restore electric service lost due to weather, equipment failure, or other causes safely and promptly.
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 related gear.
Know and follow safety and construction standards.
Maintain CPR and First Aid qualifications.
Report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.