Line Mechanic Journey or Apprentice

alliantenergy; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Alliant Energy is seeking a Line Mechanic Apprentice to begin a hands-on career repairing and maintaining electrical distribution systems. You will learn to construct, dismantle, maintain, replace, repair and operate electrical facilities under experienced mentors.

The role offers CDL readiness, safety training, and opportunities across multiple training centers, with duties including field testing, weather-related restorations, and emergency response. Competitive hourly pay is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License prior to end of trial period.
• Knowledge of safety rules and operating practices relevant to line work.

Responsibilities

• Install, tension, and connect conductors and related hardware.
• Frame, climb, and work on poles, towers, and structures.
• Operate construction vehicles and equipment.
• Restore electric service promptly after outages or incidents.
• Install and maintain street lighting and other electrical infrastructure.
• Work safely on energized lines and follow company safety rules.

Skills

Line construction

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Electrical testing equipment

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.

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

Training Locations:

Cedar Rapids Operations Center, IPL Technical Training Center, Washington 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

Embark on a rewarding career journey as a Line Mechanic Apprentice, where you will learn hands‑on skills from industry experts! Bring your energy to our team and play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing our electrical distribution systems.

In this role you will construct, dismantle, maintain, replace, repair, and operate electric facilities.

What you will do

• Install, tension, tie in and remove conductors/ guys.
• Install/remove, frame and climb poles, towers and other structures.
• Operate basket trucks, digger trucks, trenchers, backhoes and all other 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/air tools and systems.
• Install underground electrical equipment including cable, switchgear, cable terminations and other related gear.
• Know and understand safety and construction standards.
• Trained in CPR and First Aid.
• Load and haul poles, transformers and material to job sites.
• Trim trees from power lines and operate chipper to dispose of brush.
• Install and transfer cablevision/telephone line during new and rebuild projects overhead/underground (requires no terminations or splicing and no entry to phone or cable pedestals).
• Field test and maintain line type transformers only, including taking oil samples.
• May require licensing for pesticide, preservative or hazardous material handling.
• Practice good housekeeping and equipment maintenance.
• Maintain truck stock and material inventory.
• May require mapping and paperwork related to job order changes.
• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Installs, splices and secures conductors.
• Installs, changes, transfers and removes poles, poles line hardware, guys, transformers, lightning arresters, capacitor banks, regulators, fuses, electrical cable, cross-arms, energized conductors, insulators, conduit and any and all forms of electrical material and accessories utilized in the construction, maintenance, and operation of electrical circuits.
• Works on energized lines and equipment. Works with live line maintenance tools, Keeps informed on and abides by the required Safety Rules, Operating Practices and codes pertaining to all phases of line work.
• May lead and assist in training others in the same or lower classifications.
• Performs other duties, which are similar, related or incidental to this position and assist in other activities that do not require skills of a higher classification.
• Respond to emergency callouts to insure the safety of the public and employees.
• Will work in a variety of adverse weather conditions as system condition warrant (i.e. outages, storm restoration, etc.)
• The above duties are not an inclusive list of duties to be performed for this position. The above listed duties are intended to be a general job description for the major duties to be performed by the employee.
• Work performed under the general supervision or direction of the line crew supervisor, Line Foreman, or appropriate process manager.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Other Requirements

• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License prior to the end of trial period
• This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382).
• Primary residence is within 30 minutes drive time of designated main office.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good reading comprehension, mathematics skills
• Demonstrated ability to do ordinary line construction, operating and maintenance work, line trouble shooting and transformer installation including three-phase and parallel banking
• Reasonable knowledge of work order procedure and allocation of charges
• Knowledge of the requirements of the State Electrical Code and company standards for line construction
• Familiarity with live line maintenance tools and their use
• Thorough knowledge of the Company Safety Rules and Operating Practices relating to line construction and maintenance
• Ability to write clearly and concisely, make understandable diagrams, ability to express oneself orally
• The ability to perform the physical requirements of the job
• Sensitivity to public opinion and property owner's rights.
• 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.

Pay Range:

$38.72 - $51.62

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

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