Line Mechanic
Dubuque, IA · On-site
$39.99 - $51.93/hr
At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are ... Lineman Apprenticeship Course * 4 or more years experience in line construction, operation ...
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Line Mechanic
Dubuque, IA · On-site
$39.99 - $51.93/hr
At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are ... Lineman Apprenticeship Course * 4 or more years experience in line construction, operation ...
Alliant Energy Jobs Information
Do workers at Alliant Energy get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
37% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
37% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Does Alliant Energy pay people when they’re sick?
Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
88% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
88% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
At Alliant Energy, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
75% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
75% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
Is the health insurance from Alliant Energy affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
73% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.
73% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Alliant Energy?
Most people get paid time off work.
92% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and August 2026.
92% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and August 2026.
Do workers at Alliant Energy worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
100% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.
100% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.
Do Alliant Energy workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.
How easy is it for Alliant Energy workers to change shifts?
Most people find it easy to change shifts.
100% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and September 2025.
100% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and September 2025.
How easy is it to get time off at Alliant Energy?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Do Alliant Energy managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.
Do jobs at Alliant Energy spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
18% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.
18% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.
How easy is it to take sick days at Alliant Energy?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
92% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
92% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Is working at Alliant Energy good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
71% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.
71% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.
Do people at Alliant Energy feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Do people at Alliant Energy get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
91% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
91% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Alliant Energy?
Some people feel stressed here.
50% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
50% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Do people at Alliant Energy enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
82% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
82% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Do people at Alliant Energy recommend working with their team?
Most people recommend working with their team.
67% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
67% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Alliant Energy?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Alliant Energy?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 59% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
In the last year, 59% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Do people think Alliant Energy’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
76% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
76% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Alliant Energy is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
45% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
45% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
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$39.99 - $51.93/hr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Posted 17 days ago
Job description
Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!
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:
Anamosa Operations Center, IPL Technical Training Center, Manchester Operations CenterResidency Requirements:
Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 35 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.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.
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.
What you will do
- 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, switchgear, 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.
Education Requirements
Required Experience
Other Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Key Skills
- High School Diploma Required
Required Experience
- Training required: Equivalent to four-year formal apprenticeship training such as the I.B.E.W. Lineman Apprenticeship Course
- 4 or more years experience in line construction, operation, maintenance work or equivalent
- Journeyman lineman certificate or equivalent
Other Requirements
- This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382
- Obtain and maintain Class "A" CDL
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- 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
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.
Pay Range:
$39.99 - $51.93Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.
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.
All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.
Visa sponsorship not supported.
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.