Distribution Operator

Wisconsin Power & Light Co.; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health and retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Alliant Energy in Janesville seeks a Distribution Operator to direct safe, reliable operation of electric and gas systems serving thousands of customers. You will coordinate planned work, support outage restoration, respond to emergencies and make critical operational decisions on 8/10/12-hour rotating shifts—including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

This role requires leadership across departments and strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electric and gas systems and how they operate.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems by analyzing information.
• Demonstrated leadership in safety, productivity and emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Approves and coordinates all planned, emergency and hot-line switching.
• Dispatches for electric and gas services and coordinates on shift with dispatch resources.
• Provides leadership for multiple departments, locations and contract services.
• Responds to emergencies and minimizes customer impact following company policies.
• Ensures regulatory and compliance reporting within required timeframes.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Emergency response

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Bring YOUR energy to 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.

Residency Requirements: Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 30 minutes or less under normal driving conditions. Join our Distribution System Operations team in Janesville, where you'll help direct the safe, reliable operation of electric and gas systems serving thousands of customers. As a Distribution Operator, you'll coordinate planned work, support outage restoration efforts, respond to emergencies, and make critical operational decisions that help keep our communities powered and connected. If you thrive under pressure, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to be part of a team that puts safety first, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Summary Approves and is ultimately accountable for all planned, emergency and hot-line switching. Coordinates work on shift with dispatch resources including leveling workload for pre-scheduled and emergency work. Dispatches for electric and gas services. This position will work 8, 10 and 12 hour rotating shifts. Shifts include days, nights, weekends and holidays.

What you will do Provides leadership for multiple departments, locations and contract services for electric and gas maintenance, operations and construction services, technology systems, customer care and customer service. In coordination with other system operating personnel, may assume responsibility and authority for the following: analyzes the integrity of the distribution system based on current and planned conditions and notifies appropriate leadership. Responds to emergencies in accordance with company policies and procedures to minimize customer impact, (SAIFI, SAIDI, etc.), taking all necessary actions to maintain system integrity by: sectionalizing, monitoring system conditions, or other appropriate action. Initiates or directs emergency call tree action and routes information to appropriate departments and personnel (i.e. Field Operations Leadership, Corporate Communications, Key Account Manager, etc.). Uses discretion and has authority to take any action necessary to assure the distribution system is operated in a stable and reliable manner including load shedding and system restoration activities. Advises DSO Leadership of improper operating practices or performance in violation of company safety practices in their area of responsibility. Uses tools such as Gas SCADA to monitor the operation of high pressure gas lines, gate stations and low pressure distribution systems. Supports and engages in implementation and enhancements of all computer applications. Ensures all regulatory and compliance reporting is completed within required timeframe. Must be able to work in a highly stressful environment and to be able to deal with multiple tasks and situations simultaneously. Demonstrates leadership in the area of safety: requires observing and enforcing safety rules and operating practices, encouraging safe work behaviors and promptly correcting conditions and unsafe work behaviors which may lead to accidents. All other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements Associate Degree Preferred Preferred Experience 2 years of experience in utility operations/ construction Other Requirements Must possess a valid driver’s license. This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and PHMSA regulations (Part 199).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Thorough knowledge of electric and gas systems and how they operate. Ability to troubleshoot electric and gas problems by analyzing available information. Demonstrated ability as a leader in attitude, safety, productivity, good business judgment and emergency response. Knowledge of company strategy regarding outage restoration and emergency response. Demonstrated ability to perform and efficiently multi-task under adverse conditions and communicate effectively with employees and public agencies. Thorough knowledge of company policies and procedures pertaining to switching, emergency response and dispatching. A working knowledge of distribution system operations applications. Strong communication skills including grammar, punctuation and telephone etiquette. Demonstrated ability to perform accurate work in a time frame which meets department objectives. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Ability to perform physical requirements of the job. Ability to successfully pass pre-employment screening assessments.

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.

Pay Range: $46.27 - $50.86 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. Visa sponsorship not supported.

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 [e-mail]. It’s an exciting time to join Alliant Energy! We focus on creating a culture of belonging. We want everyone to bring their unique perspectives and experiences and be themselves. This helps us all contribute to solving the energy challenges facing our region. Itstarts at an individual level, with every employee asking, \"What makes me unique?\" Leaders engage with their teams to ensure they have the tools to be successful in their careers. What you need to reach your goals may be different from what a co-worker needs. Everyone has a fair shot at success. A culture of belonging ensures that everyone contributes their unique perspective.This environment contributes to fresh thinking, innovative solutions andPowering What’s Nextfor our customers. We strive for employee engagement and connection. We want our employees to have the opportunity to bring their whole selves to work.