Telecom Substation Lead Technician

Alliant Energy; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy seeks a Telecommunications Technician to supervise installation, testing and maintenance of telecommunications in substations, power plants and customer sites. You will lead technicians, coordinate crews, ensure safety compliance and maintain documentation of work performed.

The role requires ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics, IP networking familiarity, and willingness to work overtime for outages or emergencies. Valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Requires a two-year study in electronic technology or equivalent.
• Preference for experience with IP networking.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work long overtime hours during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Supervises installation, testing and maintenance of telecommunications in substations and facilities.
• Directs and coordinates materials, equipment and activities for assigned personnel.
• Ensures safety practices and corrects at-risk behavior.
• Maintains records of tests, maintenance and work performed.

Skills

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Two-year study in electronic technology

Tools

Excel

Access

Word

Job description

Alliant Energy seeks a Telecommunications Technician to supervise installation, testing and maintenance of telecommunications in substations, power plants and customer sites. You will lead technicians, coordinate crews, ensure safety compliance and maintain documentation of work performed.

The role requires ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics, IP networking familiarity, and willingness to work overtime for outages or emergencies. Valid driver's license is required.