Quality Control Technician - Journey or Apprentice

Alliant Energy; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Alliant Energy seeks a Quality Control Technician Apprentice/Journey at the Burlington Generating Station in Iowa. You will perform chemical analyses for coal, water, oil, and related samples and prepare reports for regulatory requirements.

Some travel to support other plant locations may be required. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and completion of the QC Technician Apprenticeship, with training to operate, calibrate and maintain lab equipment while ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Completion of the Quality Control Technician Apprenticeship is required.
• Driver’s license is mandatory.
• Basic lab and safety procedures knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab work and analyses related to coal, water, oils and station operations.
• Prepare reports and records from tests and environmental samples.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and testing equipment.
• Follow environmental and regulatory rules and procedures.
• Assist in data collection and reporting for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Basic math

Chemistry knowledge

Analytical thinking

Computer literacy

Electrical understanding

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.

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

Burlington Generating Station

Residency Requirements

Not subject to residency requirements.

Job Summary

Will be responsible for performing chemical analyses, this includes coal, water, heat, vibration, oil, coal burn and other related analyses required in the generating station, and preparation of reports and records regarding those analyses. Responsible for test analysis and reporting related to environmental regulations. This position may require travel to other plant locations to support operational, training, and business needs.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for performing lab work, tests and analysis relating to the maintenance and operation of an electric generating station. Assists in preparing reports; maintains records, completing paperwork, station statistics and computer entry.
• Responsible for completing and reporting environmental reports, including State and Federal reports for CEM equipment.
• Performs tests and analysis as required by environmental regulations. Assists in preparing reports; maintains records.
• Responsible for understanding and following environmental and regulatory rules.
• Operates, calibrates and maintains CEMS equipment.
• Maintains, balances and calibrates test equipment, pressure gauges and other related equipment.
• Responsible for handling, unloading, and working with chemicals in a safe manner.
• Collect data, complete and generate GADS Reports and other related reports.
• Responsible for following procedures.
• Maintain supplies and orders materials.
• Lead and train others in the same or lower classification in safe work practices.
• Conduct coal fitness testing.
• Conduct vibration analysis
• Maintains and repairs instrumentation, testing, and analyzing equipment.
• Responsible for handling, unloading, and working with chemicals in a safe manner.
• Responsible for following procedures.
• Maintains and repairs laboratory facilities, test equipment, water treatment equipment, lab equipment and other related equipment.
• Maintain plant water quality and analysis requirements.
• Maintains and repairs laboratory instrumentation, testing, and analyzing equipment.
• Calibrates and maintains sample system, demineralizer system and other related water treatment systems and equipment.
• Perform various levels of plumbing.
• 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.
• 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.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience

• Completion of the Quality Control Technician Apprenticeship and pass the final position qualification examination

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Possess skills in basic mathematics, electricity, chemistry, and can demonstrate the ability to perform work requirements on a computer
• Interest and aptitude for analytical work
• Knowledge of plant systems
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.
• Must be able to work at high elevations
• Must be able to follow procedures
• 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

$39.43 - $52.57

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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