Equipment Operator-Fuels - Special Temp

Interstate Power & Light; Pardeeville (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy’s Columbia Energy Center in Pardeeville, WI seeks an Equipment Operator Fuels - Special Temp to manage fuel-handling systems and coal yard tasks. The role involves operating conveyors, cranes, and other heavy equipment, with focus on safety and reliability.

A 10-hour schedule may include vacation coverage and shifts as plant needs dictate. The position requires a HS diploma or GED, experience in a generating facility, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience and/or equivalent industrial experience in an electric generating facility.
• Preferred: Power Plant Assistant.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate coal yard and plant fuel-handling equipment and related tasks.
• Keep coal handling equipment clean and operating properly.
• Assist in maintaining railway tracks and fuel handling structures.
• Spots, loads, or unloads coal or ash cars or barges.
• Perform maintenance work and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Team collaboration

Mathematics & science (HS level)

Operational safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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:

Not subject to residency requirements.

Are you passionate about the energy sector and eager to start your career at a generating station? The Columbia Energy Center in Pardeeville, WI , is offering a fantastic opportunity for an Equipment Operator Fuels - Special Temp. This position is perfect for those looking to gain hands‑on experience in the power industry.

As an Equipment Operator - Fuels you'll operate fuel-handling equipment and performs related coal yard and plant tasks at a steam generating stating.

You’ll work a 10-hour schedule. Relief hours may be required for vacation coverage, vacancies, and service needs. The schedule is subject to change based on plant requirements.

What you will do:

• Operates fuel and ash‑handling equipment, such as conveyors, rotary car dump, stacker/ reclaimer, tractors, bulldozers, cranes, barge tower, locomotives, crushers, ash trucks, shredding equipment, etc. At steam generating stations: keeps equipment lubricated and takes care of minor maintenance needs. Cares for, purifies and centrifuges the station oil supply and keeps bearings and equipment well lubricated.
• Keeps the coal handling equipment neat, clean and operating properly.
• Assures that all major and auxiliary equipment are operating properly.
• Operates all ash and slag handling equipment.
• Assists in maintaining railway tracks and fuel handling structures.
• Spots and loads or unloads coal or ash cars or barges.
• Assists in switching of railway cars and trucks.
• Operates cranes, bulldozers and trucks for other than fuel-handling purposes when required.
• Substitutes for lead equipment operator - Fuels as scheduled.
• Performs maintenance work of ordinary nature when not operating.
• Performs all work according to established procedures and safety practices.
• Performs other duties which are similar, related, and incidental to the position.

Supervision

• Work performed under the supervision of the salaried or hourly supervisor, as assigned.

Required Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience and/or equivalent industrial experience in an electric generating facility

Preferred Experience

• Power Plant Assistant

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of mathematics and science math at the high school level
• Demonstrated ability to operate fuel handling equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to work with others
• Mechanical ability
• Knowledge of fuel‑handling equipment and the layout and operation of the generating station to which assigned.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements for the job.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Pay Range:

$35.00 - $55.00

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.

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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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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.

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