T-Simple Cycle CT Tech

Wisconsin Power & Light Co.; Sheboygan Falls (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy seeks a skilled technician to perform operations, inspections, and maintenance of combustion turbine sites at the Sheboygan Falls Generating Station in Plymouth, WI. The role supports increasing solar capacity and requires working the evening shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Required 4 years’ electrical, instrument or control trades experience or 2 years in combustion turbine maintenance and operation, plus a valid driver’s license. Residency within 60 minutes of HQ is required.

Qualifications

• 4 years’ experience in electrical, instrument and control trades or completed apprenticeship; or 2 years of Combustion Turbine maintenance and operation experience.
• Up to date demonstrated electrical or instrument and control experience required.
• Combination of electrical or instrument and control trades completed trades or completed apprenticeship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs combustion turbine operations, inspections, and maintenance safely and in compliance with guidelines.
• Participates in safety briefings and observations.
• Monitors and repairs combustion turbine and related equipment.
• Maintains operating logs and performs preventive maintenance.
• Uses Maximo and PM processes for inspections and data collection.
• Supports warehouse activities and inventory as needed.
• Acts with contractors on troubleshooting and repairs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Coordination

Technical responsibility

Blueprint reading

Maximo

Technical ability

Safety rules

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Physical requirements

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Maximo

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

Performs a variety of work connected with the operations, inspections, and maintenance of combustion turbine sites. Performs varied mechanical, basic electrical and basic control and instrument maintenance activities and other duties necessary to maintain the generation facilities. This role is open at our Sheboygan Falls Generating Station in Plymouth, WI. As our generation increases in solar, we anticipate additional support from our Simple Cycle power plants. This position works the evening schedule from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

What you will do

• Performs combustion turbine operations, inspections, and maintenance in a safe and efficient manner adhering to all corporate and company guidelines to ensure compliance with all city, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in job safety briefings, safety tailgate sessions, safety reviews and safety observations.
• Observes, operates and initiates repairs to the combustion turbine and related equipment.
• Maintains an accurate operating log of all equipment and performs preventive maintenance to sustain equipment availability and reliability.
• Performs and documents routine inspections and maintenance of the site, combustion turbines, and related equipment utilizing Maximo and predictive and preventive maintenance processes and procedures.
• Performs and documents routine inspections of the site, combustion turbines and related equipment, and collects and retains necessary data to support regulatory permit requirements and reporting.
• Calibrates and repairs recording and indicating instrumentation.
• Welds with a fair skill to produce safe and reliable repairs and construction.
• Maintains performance monitoring and control equipment.
• Monitors gas and steam turbine performance.
• Keeps testing records as assigned.
• Participates in the performance of warehouse activities, ordering supplies as needed, and supports inventory activities.
• Performs and participates in regular inspections, overhauls and maintenance of all related plant equipment.
• Maintains, operates and repairs water treatment systems.
• Receives and unloads acid, caustic and other chemicals needed for the operation of the facility.
• Troubleshoots and repairs the water treatment system controls and valves.
• Maintains optimum water treatment system performance.
• Performs tests and reports data on water treatment systems.
• Operates mobile and heavy equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
• 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.
• Works closely with contractors on troubleshooting, repairing and/or installing equipment.
• Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.
• Supports operation and maintenance activities at other generating facilities as needed.

Preferred Education

Associate Degree Electrical, mechanical or instrument and control technical college

Required Experience

4 years’ experience in any one or a combination of the electrical, or instrument and control trades or completed apprenticeship; or 2 years of Combustion Turbine maintenance and operation experience. Up to date demonstrated electrical or instrument and control experience required.

Preferred Experience

A combination of electrical or instrument and control trades completed trades or completed apprenticeship.

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 their headquarters.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to solve problems
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate work and work with others
• Strong sense of personal and technical responsibility possesses necessary skills in basic electrical, basic instrument and control and basic mechanical
• Ability to work from blueprints, diagrams, drawings, and specifications
• Familiarity with combustion turbine operations
• Must possess technical ability
• 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.

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

$57.83 - $60.59

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.

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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.

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. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email [e-mail].

It’s an exciting time to join Alliant Energy! We focus on creating a culture of belonging. We want everyone to bring their unique perspectives and experiences and be themselves. This helps us all contribute to solving the energy challenges facing our region. It starts at an individual level, with every employee asking, “What makes me unique?” Leaders engage with their teams to ensure they have the tools to be successful in their careers. What you need to reach your goals may be different from what a co-worker needs. Everyone has a fair shot at success. A culture of belonging ensures that everyone contributes their unique perspective. This environment contributes to fresh thinking, innovative solutions and Powering What’s Next for our customers. We strive for employee engagement and connection. We want our employees to have the opportunity to bring their whole selves to work.