Electrician

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.

Residency Requirements:

We are hiring for multiple locations across Wisconsin, including opportunities in the North Area (Fond du Lac) and South Area (Beloit). Candidates will be considered for openings at these locations based on business needs and availability.

Job Summary

Constructs substations and maintains the electrical and related equipment of a substation.

What you will do

• Constructs substations and maintains the electrical and related equipment of a substation in proper condition to give continuous satisfactory service.
• Installs and maintains high voltage cables.
• In some cases, rebuilds or enlarges substations and installs new equipment.
• Installs and maintains signal and communication equipment.
• Makes large power meter installations for large power customers.
• May direct the work of an electrician's helper, electrician apprentice, laborer semi-skilled, and occasional temporary help.
• 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 substation work.
• Keeps related records and makes reports as required.
• Examples: Inspects and repairs circuit breakers, motors, generators, battery chargers, transformers, voltage regulators, lightning arresters; testing, filling, and charging storage batteries; inspecting customers' transformer vaults, and other electric utility equipment.
• Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.

Required Experience

• Satisfactory completion of an approved course in applied electricity
• 4 years of experience as an electrician apprentice or equivalent experience in a responsible position in the operation of a plant, substation, or similar work
• Successful completion of prescribed tests for the position

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License prior to the end of trial period
• Employees in this job classification are covered by the Residency Policy and will be required to live within 45 minutes of headquarters
• 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

• A thorough knowledge of substation equipment
• Capacity for leadership
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job
• A thorough knowledge of company Safety Rules and Operating Practices
• Ability to write clearly and concisely, make understandable diagrams, ability to express oneself orally
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.
• 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:

$44.09 - $56.52

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.

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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.

Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.