Line Technician- Journey Only

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 25 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.

Job Summary

Constructs, dismantles, maintains, replaces and repairs electric lines, stations, substations and other properties as required.

What You Will Do

• Sets, guys and frames poles, towers and other structures.
• Installs, splices and secures conductors.
• Installs and maintains transformers, conductors, regulators, breakers, switches, fuses, street lighting equipment, lightning arrestors, etc.; (overhead and underground).
• 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.
• Maintains proper line clearances.
• Trims trees.
• 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.
  
  

Education Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
  
  

Required Experience

• Successful completion of line technician apprenticeship
• Satisfactory passage of line technician examination
  
  

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• 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).
  
  

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.
  
  

Key Skills

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:

$53.86 - $55.56

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.

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 talent@alliantenergy.com.