Lead Line Technician

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Union Details (If applicable)

IBEW Local 965

Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business Unit

Northern Area, Operations-WI Energy Del WPL

Number of Positions Available

1

Salary Grade

U101365

Career Band

Lead

Job Code

J03783

Residency Requirement

Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 25 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.

Pay Range

$66.45 - $67.23

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.

Job Description

Job Summary

Supervises and assists employees engaged in the construction, maintenance, and replacement of electric, telephone and other properties as required.

What you will do

• Supervises work on right of way, structures, conductors, transformers (overhead and underground), plants, substations and auxiliary equipment.
• Acts as a role model in attitude, safety, productivity, emergency response, and good business judgment. Coaches employees on their performance on these aspects of the job.
• Supervises the erection and guying of poles.
• Climbs poles and works with tools for the purpose of construction and maintenance of electric lines and other properties as required.
• Supervises the placing of all auxiliary equipment.
• Assures employee compliance with Safety Rules, Operating Practices, Construction Standards and Accounting Procedures.
• Instructs the crew in safe work methods.
• Supervises installation and connection of transformers and other line apparatus.
• Provides proper clearances for safety and good service.
• Supervises installation, splicing and securing of conductors.
• Installs and removes meters; oversees the proper installation of services.
• Maintains records pertaining to apprentice training.
• Contacts the public in connection with line work.
• Moves heavy objects.
• Requisitions, receives and issues material.
• Keeps records, prepares reports.
• Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.

Education Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

Required Experience

• 2 years' experience working on energized lines as a line technician

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to maintain a Commercial Driver’s License
• 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

• Familiarity with A.C. theory and fundamentals of electricity and with testing apparatus, and live line maintenance tools
• Thorough knowledge of the Company Safety Rules and Operating Practices and requirements of the State Electrical Code as it relates to line construction and maintenance
• Thorough knowledge of the company's standards of line construction and tree trimming
• Understanding of work order procedures and allocation of charges
• Ability to make understandable sketch maps and to read maps and blueprints
• Ability to make repairs and adjustments on motors, transformers, and other electrical equipment
• Ability to supervise others and to deal with the public, sensitivity to public opinion and property owners' rights
• Demonstrated ability as a leader in attitude, safety, productivity, and good business judgment, emergency response, and other competencies as outlined in the Lead Line Technician expectations.
• Individuals selected for this position will have previously demonstrated these competencies as a journeyman.
• 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.

Our Values

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.

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

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Posting End Date:

October 6, 2026