Line Mechanic

Join Alliant Energy

At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

This role may be filled at the Apprentice or Journey level dependent upon qualifications.

Training Locations:

Anamosa Operations Center, IPL Technical Training Center, Manchester Operations Center

Residency Requirements:

Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 35 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.

Job Summary

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.

What You Will Do

• 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.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma Required

Required Experience

• Training required: Equivalent to four-year formal apprenticeship training such as the I.B.E.W. Lineman Apprenticeship Course
• 4 or more years experience in line construction, operation, maintenance work or equivalent
• Journeyman lineman certificate or equivalent

Other Requirements

• 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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• CPR and First Aid
• May be required to be certified to apply herbicides
• 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

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.

It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.

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.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.

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