Relief Coordinator

Alliant Energy

Job Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 75691 - 106600

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Grow your career with Alliant Energy!

At Alliant Energy our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. Our employees make a difference every day by using their personal energy to bring this purpose to life.

Union Details (If applicable)

IBEW Local 204 (DSO West)

Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business Unit

Operations Energy Del SVC

Number of Positions Available

Salary Grade

U117003

Career Band

Job Code

J00704

Pay Range

$75691.20 - $106600.00

Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

Training Locations

Residency Requirement

Travel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 30 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.

Job Description

Job Summary
Responsible for all switching on the distribution system (34.5kV and below).
Monitors transmission sub-transmission and substation status and integrity directing planned and emergency switching from the substation transformer high side switch and below.
Approves and directs planned emergency and hot-line switching. Monitors and analyzes the distribution of electricity gas and steam throughout the Alliant Energy system. Uses discretion and has authority to take any action necessary to assure the distribution system is operated in a stable and reliable manner including load shedding and black start. Coordinates the scheduling and routing of resources necessary to respond to routine and emergency work directing and supporting field personnel for distribution switching electric and gas emergencies in the most efficient and safe manner. Operates the electric gas and steam distribution systems in a safe reliable and efficient manner

What you will do

In coordination with other system operating personnel may assume responsibility and authority for the following: analyzes the integrity of the distribution system based on current and planned conditions.
Involved in the planning coordination and supervision of gas and electric and steam operations.
Activities including routing resources and material involved with routine maintenance and emergency work.
Uses tools such as Gas SCADA to monitor the operation of High Pressure Gas Lines Gate Stations and Low Pressure Distribution Systems. Identify issues and take appropriate action on the companys gas distribution system in order to insure the adequate transmission of gas.
Thoroughly familiar with the current status and configuration of the electric distribution system to insure that switching is performed in a safe and secure manner while arranging for the de-energizing of lines for construction maintenance and the restoration of service.
Responds to emergencies in accordance with company policies and procedures to minimize customer impact (SAFI SADI etc.) taking all necessary actions to maintain system integrity by: sectionalizing monitoring system conditions or other appropriate action.
Demonstrates leadership in the area of safety: Requires observing and enforcing safety rules and operating practices encouraging safe work behaviors and promptly correcting conditions and unsafe work behaviors which may lead to accidents.
Advises field supervisors of improper operating practices or performance in violation of Company safety practices in their area of responsibility.
Optimally schedules and routes resources to respond to customer requests with the assistance of a computer aided dispatching (CAD) and mobile data terminal system (MDT).
Directs outage restoration activities including troubleshooting with the assistance of the following computer applications: Customer Information System (CIS) Geographical Information System (GIS) Distribution Management System (DMS) maps and other information.
Identifying issues and taking appropriate action on the companys electric distribution system in order to insure the adequate transmission of electricity. Responsible for coordinating and directing outage restoration activities including troubleshooting with the assistance of the following computer applications: Customer Information System Geographical Information System Distribution Management System maps and other information.
Dispatches the appropriate resources to respond to customer requests requiring immediate or emergency action using CAD DMS and CIS. Dispatches the appropriate resources in response to gas curtailments and restoration.
Completes customer orders on the Customer Information System and/or CAD.
Initiates emergency call tree action and routes information to appropriate departments and personnel (i.e. Corporate Communications General Manager Overhead and Underground Managers etc.).
Communicates with field personnel via company radio or cell phones.
Responsible for responding to emergency radio calls and notifying the appropriate rescue personnel. Maintains call-out lists and files with the assistance of computer applications.
Maintains logs and completes outage reports and shift summary reports. Able to access and maintain appropriate DDC files for daily operations.
Monitors weather forecasts throughout the entire service territory and advises the areas of weather conditions in advance in preparation for service restoration.
Completes oil spill assessment form and reports them appropriately. Assists in implementation and enhancements of all computer applications.

Education Requirements

Bachelors Degree Emphasis in business administration or related field Required

Required Experience

3 years of experience in utility operations/construction

Other Requirements

DDC guidelines include a 30-minute response time from the employees residence to the DDC.
This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and PHMSA regulations (Part 199).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to troubleshoot electric gas and steam problems by analyzing available information. Knowledge of company safety and environmental rules.
Thorough knowledge of electric and gas systems and how they operate. Must comply with FERC and ATC Standards of Conduct.
Knowledge of associated computer systems. Knowledge of union contracts.
Knowledge of company strategy regarding outage restoration. Ability to use independent judgment in decision-making processes. Ability to read and interpret maps.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Key Skills

Our people are passionate about what they do the product they sell and the customers they serve. If youre looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration innovation and dedication were the right company for you.

Our Values

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 applicants 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.

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 .

Posting End Date:

May 12 2026

Required Experience:

Grow your career with Alliant Energy!At Alliant Energy our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. Our employees make a difference every day by using their personal energy to bring this purpose to life.Union Details (If applicable)IBEW Local 204 (DSO West)Seniority Group (Local...