Equipment Operator-Fuels - Special Temp

Alliant Energy Corporation; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy in Wisconsin is seeking a skilled fuel-handling and heavy equipment operator at a steam generating station. You will work a 10-hour schedule and may cover shifts for vacations and service needs.

You will operate conveyors, cranes, stackers, and other equipment; perform minor maintenance, keep areas clean, and follow safety procedures. The role requires HS diploma or GED and the ability to work with others in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in an electric generating facility preferred.
• Strong math and science knowledge at high school level.
• Ability to operate fuel-handling and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate fuel and ash-handling equipment and related conveyors.
• Maintain equipment lubrication and perform minor maintenance.
• Keep coal handling equipment clean and operating.
• Work under supervision with safety procedures.
• Assist in switching tracks and loads as needed.

Skills

Math & Science

Fuel-handling equipment

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Plant layout knowledge

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Grow your career with Alliant Energy!At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. Our employees make a difference every day by using their personal energy to bring this purpose to life.Union Details (If applicable)IBEW Local 965Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business UnitEdgewater, Operations-WI Generation WPLNumber of Positions Available1Salary GradeU10199TCareer BandJob CodeJ03884Residency RequirementNot subject to residency requirements.Pay Range$35.00 - $55.00Alliant 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 DescriptionJob SummaryOperates fuel-handling equipment and performs related coal yard and plant tasks at a steam generating station.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 generatingstations: keeps equipment lubricated and takes care of minor maintenance needs. Cares for, purifies and centrifugesthe 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 facilityPreferred Experience•Power Plant AssistantOther 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.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 ValuesLive Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be BoldAlliant 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 [e-mail] End Date:October 16, 2026