Lead Electrician

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Union Details (If applicable)
IBEW Local 965

Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business Unit
Operations-WI Energy Del WPL, Southern Area

Number of Positions Available
1

Salary Grade
U101200

Career Band
Lead

Job Code
J01206

Residency Requirement
Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 45 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.

Pay Range
$59.71 - $61.37

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.

Job Description

Job Summary

Supervises the construction of substations and maintains the electrical and related equipment of a substation and small hydro plant.

What you will do

• Supervises and takes part in maintaining, constructing and installing equipment in substations and small hydro plant. Installs and maintains high voltage cables.
• Inspects for, analyzes causes of, and eliminates electrical and mechanical operating difficulties in substations and small hydro plant. Tests equipment, devices, and controls for proper operation.
• Installs and maintains circuit breakers.
• Inspects equipment at small hydro plant and substation interconnections.
• Wires switchboards.
• Revises drawings and wiring diagrams as necessary.
• Supervises others assigned to assist in accomplishing assignment.
• Performs duties of electrician as required (see description for electrician for details).
• Keeps records and prepares reports as required.
• Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Required Experience

• 2 years experience working on energized substations as an electrician

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License prior to the end of trial period
• Employees in this job classification are covered by the Residency Policy and will be required to live within 20 minutes of headquarters
• This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with electric utility theory along with fundamentals of electricity and with testing apparatus
• Thorough knowledge of the company Safety Rules and Operating Practices and requirements of the State Electrical Code as it relates to substation construction and maintenance
• Thorough knowledge of the company's standards of substation construction
• Understanding of work order procedures and allocation of charges
• Ability to make understandable sketches and to read maps and construction drawings
• Ability to make repairs and adjustments on motors, transformers, and other electrical equipment
• Ability to supervise others
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Key Skills

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Our Values

Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold

Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Posting End Date:
June 30, 2026