Electrician

About the role

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.

This role may be filled at the Apprentice or Journey level dependent upon qualifications. 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.

Responsibilities

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.

• 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

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).

Qualifications

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, and successful completion of prescribed tests for the position.

Skills

• 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 work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Pay

Pay Range: $44.09 - $56.52. Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs.