Line Mechanic Journey or Apprentice Alliant Energy Corporation : Iowa Category: Mechanic

Job Summary

Construct, dismantle, maintain, operate, patrol and repair de-energized and energized, overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines and all associated equipment to serve and maintain service to electrical customers.

• Install, tension, tie in and remove conductors.
• Install, frame and climb poles and structures. Remove disassemble same.
• Operate basket trucks, digger trucks, trenchers, backhoes and other various construction equipment.
• Restore electric service lost due to weather, equipment failure, or whatever cause, in a safe and prompt manner.
• Install and maintain street and security lighting equipment.
• Operate and maintain hydraulic tools and systems.
• Install underground electrical equipment including cable, switch gear, cable terminations and other related gear.
• Know and understand safety and construction standards.
• CPR and First Aid.
• Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.

• High School Diploma Required

• Training required:
  Equivalent to four-year formal apprenticeship training such as the I.B.E.W. Lineman Apprenticeship Course
• Journeyman lineman certificate or equivalent
• 4 or more years experience in line construction, operation, maintenance work or equivalent

• Obtain and maintain Class "A" CDL

• CPR and First Aid
• May be required to be certified to apply herbicides
• Must have mechanical skills, ability to work in a team setting, capable communicator
• Ability to be courteous and tactful with the public
• Will be required to work irregular hours during storm emergencies and as needed