Mechanical Maintenance Journey or Apprentice

Mechanical Maintenance Journey or Apprentice page is loaded## Mechanical Maintenance Journey or Apprentice locations:
Cedar Rapids, IAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
February 23, 2026 (9 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-9443
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** 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.
** Training Locations:
** Prairie Creek Gen Station
** Residency Requirements:
** Not subject to residency requirements.
** Job Summary
** Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance to power station equipment, machines and structures; perform required welding and cutting and be required to use both gas and electric welders.
** What you will do
*** Make general repairs on all plant equipment including, but not limited to: pumps, fans, compressors, pulverizers, gear reducers, buildings and structures.
* Make repair parts for mechanical equipment, rebabbit small bearings; align and adjust mechanical equipment used at the power station.
* Responsible for cutting, installing and repairing pipes, valves, traps, and fittings on vacuum, air, water, oil, gas, chemical and steam lines subject to high and low pressures and various temperatures.
* Rigging equipment for lifting.
* Fabrication of sheet metal/steel.
* Install new equipment; overhaul, repair, and rearrange old equipment as required.
* Operation of mobile equipment to facilitate maintenance repairs and installation of various equipment.
* Perform preventive maintenance activities.
* May be required to do miscellaneous painting, keep shop equipment and tools clean, orderly and operable.
* May be required to direct and instruct other employees.
* May be required to assist plant operations or coal operations.
* Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.
* The above duties are not an inclusive list of duties to be performed for this position. The above listed duties are intended to be a general job description for the major duties to be performed by the employee. Some of the duties listed may be plant specific.
** Education Requirements
*** High School Diploma or GED  
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Knowledge of maintenance shop type work
* Ability to weld
* Ability to read blueprints, P&’s, maintenance manuals, technical manuals
* Mechanical aptitude
* Reading and math knowledge
* Marked and demonstrated ability to work extremely close mechanical tolerances
* Thorough knowledge and positive attitude toward company’s safety rules
* Able to render practical First Aid and CPR
* Working knowledge of Right to Know information
* Should possess suitable temperament to be able to perform work where physical dexterity, precision and patience are essential.
* Basic computer skills are required.
* Must be forklift certified.  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:**$38.29 - $51.05

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