T-Line Mechanic

Alliant Energy•Ames, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Grow your career with Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. Our employees make a difference every day by using their personal energy to bring this purpose to life. This role may be filled at the Apprentice or Journey level dependent upon qualifications. Union Details (If applicable) IBEW Local 204 (Large Group) Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business Unit Operations-IA Energy Del IPL Number of Positions Available 1 Salary Grade U104148 Career Band Journey Job Code J01539 Pay Range $44.72 - $57.62 Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site. Training Locations IPL Technical Training Center Residency Requirement Not subject to residency requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma Required
Equivalent to four-year formal apprenticeship training such as the I.B.E.W. Lineman Apprenticeship Course.
Journeyman lineman certificate or equivalent, CPR and First Aid.
May be required to be certified to apply herbicides.
4 or more years experience in line construction, operation, maintenance work or equivalent.
This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382
Obtain and maintain Class "A" CDL
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

Responsibilities

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.
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.