T-Line Mechanic Journey Only

Alliant Energy•Marshalltown, IA

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About The Position

The T-Line Mechanic constructs, dismantles, maintains, operates, patrols, and repairs de-energized and energized overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines and associated equipment to provide and maintain electrical service to customers. The role includes responding safely and promptly to service interruptions caused by weather, equipment failure, or other causes. Employees must report fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse. This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382).

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.
At least 4 years of experience in line construction, operation, maintenance work, or equivalent.
Obtain and maintain a Class A CDL.
Mechanical skills, ability to work in a team setting, and capable communication skills.
Ability to be courteous and tactful with the public.

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, and remove and disassemble them.
Operate basket trucks, digger trucks, trenchers, backhoes, and other construction equipment.
Restore electric service safely and promptly after outages caused by weather, equipment failure, or other causes.
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.
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.
Work irregular hours during storm emergencies and as needed.