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T-Line Mechanic Journey or Apprentice

Alliant Energy•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

Alliant Energy is hiring a T-Line Mechanic at the Apprentice or Journey level, depending on qualifications. The position constructs, dismantles, maintains, operates, patrols, and repairs de-energized and energized overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines and associated equipment to serve and maintain electrical service to customers. The role may require irregular hours during storm emergencies and as needed. Training locations are the Cedar Rapids Operations Center and IPL Technical Training Center. The position is not subject to residency requirements.

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.
  • Must meet DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382).
  • Mechanical skills and ability to work in a team setting.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and be courteous and tactful with the public.
  • Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.

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 or disassemble 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.
  • Follow safety and construction standards.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Comprehensive total rewards package.
  • Benefit programs.

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