T-Maintenance Technician Mechanical - Welding- Journey or Apprentice

alliantenergy; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,407 - 77,448; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy is seeking a traveling maintenance technician to support generation plants across Wisconsin. Responsibilities include mechanical, basic electrical, and control maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and routine inspections of equipment.

You will operate tools and equipment and log data to help sustain plant reliability and safety. The role requires journey-level skills in the mechanical trade, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Journey level in the mechanical trade.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Residents within 60 minutes of Columbia, Edgewater, Riverside or Madison.

Responsibilities

• Performs mechanical and basic electrical and basic instrument and control troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, cleaning, inspecting and constructing equipment and systems for the generation facility.
• Operates and/or obtains information from various mechanical and electrical devices used to support specific equipment diagnostics or work activities; gathers, interprets and logs data.
• Uses machine tools and hand tools as required by job.
• Operates mobile and heavy equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
• Performs various welding activities.
• Supports safety, plant reliability, productivity, and efficiency improvements by participating in continuous improvement activities.
• Follows established procedures and safety practices.
• Performs plant/shop housekeeping and related duties.
• Performs other duties similar or incidental to this position.

Skills

Problem solving

Machining

Welding

Safety rules

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Physical requirements

Team collaboration

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

Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 60 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.

Job Summary

This is a traveling role that involves regular travel throughout the state of Wisconsin to support and learn about various generation plants, including coal, gas, combustion turbine, solar, wind, and battery generation facilities. Performs varied mechanical, basic electrical and basic control and instrument maintenance activities and other duties necessary to maintain the generation facility to which they are assigned.

What you will do

• Performs the mechanical and basic electrical and basic instrument and control troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, cleaning, inspecting and constructing of equipment and systems for the generation facility.
• Operates and/or obtains information from various mechanical and electrical devices used to support specific equipment diagnostics or work activities; gathers, interprets and logs data.
• Is proficient in the use of machine tools and various hand powered tools as job needs dictate.
• Operates mobile and heavy equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
• Performs various welding activities.
• Supports safety, plant reliability, productivity, and plant efficiency improvements by participating in various continuous improvement activities.
• Performs all work according to established procedures and safety practices.
• Performs various generating plant and shop area housekeeping functions.
• Performs other duties which are similar, related, or incidental to this position.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience

• Journey level in the mechanical trade

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Employees in this job classification are covered by the Residency Policy and will be required to live within 60 minutes of one of the following locations: Columbia, Edgewater, Riverside or Madison.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to solve problems.
• Well developed skills in machining.
• Knowledge of theory and skill in welding.
• Knowledge of company safety rules.
• High degree of mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Strong leadership ability.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

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.

Pay Range

$43.85 - $56.22

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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