Garage Mechanic I

Bring your energy to Alliant Energy! We serve customers and build stronger communities by powering beyond today’s market challenges while preparing for what’s next in energy. Our employees take pride in their work—whether responding to disasters or maintaining daily operations.

About the role

Under general supervision, you will perform maintenance and repair on company vehicles and equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation with minimal downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine scheduled vehicle/equipment maintenance and inspections.
• Conduct hydraulic, electronic, or mechanical repairs or adjustments.
• Interpret symptoms, evaluate, analyze, and test systems to diagnose issues.
• Maintain and overhaul vehicles/equipment to manufacturers’ specifications.
• Set up new vehicles/equipment, including fabrication and company markings.
• Document repairs, inspections, and other tasks on repair orders and forms.
• Make service calls for adjustments, inspections, and repairs in the field.
• Perform welding, gas torch work, and simple machining as required.
• Report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drugs and alcohol.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Four years of experience as a vehicle/equipment mechanic.
• Valid driver’s license; must obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within the trial period.
• Willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays.
• Subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382).

Skills

• Mechanical and troubleshooting ability.
• Proficiency with computer diagnostic equipment and testing tools.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from manufacturers’ technical manuals.
• Knowledge of electrical arc and gas welding.
• Experience with simple machining and fabrication of parts.
• Familiarity with hand tools used in the mechanics trade.
• Ability to work a variable or alternating shift schedule.

Schedule

Four-day, 10-hour second-shift schedule, with flexibility for occasional overtime.

Pay

Pay range: $46.48 per hour.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Volunteer opportunities.