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Garage Mechanic I

Alliant Energy


Job Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 8 August 2026 (25 days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 November 2026
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 (Large Group)

Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business Unit

Operations - SVC

Number of Positions Available

1

Salary Grade

U104100

Career Band

Journey

Job Code

J01491

Pay Range

$46.48 - $46.48

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

Cedar Rapids Operations Center

Residency Requirement

Not subject to residency requirements.

Job Description

Job Summary

Under general supervision properly provide the maintenance and repair required to maintain Company vehicles and equipment that they may be safely and efficiently operated with minimal down time.

What you will do
  • Perform routine scheduled vehicle/equipment maintenance and inspections.
  • Perform hydraulic electronic or mechanical repairs or adjustments on vehicles/equipment.
  • Interpret symptoms evaluate analyze and test systems to determine causes of improper operation.
  • Maintain and overhaul vehicle/equipment to manufacturers specifications.
  • Set up new vehicles/equipment including fabrication work and company markings.
  • Make proper entries on repair orders inspection forms and other necessary documents.
  • Make service calls to make adjustments inspections and repairs in the field.
  • Perform welding gas torch and simple machine work as required.
  • Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.
Education Requirements
  • High School Diploma Required

Required Experience
  • 4 years experience as Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic
  • Requires working a four-day 10-hour second-shift schedule with flexibility to work occasional overtime as needed.

Other Requirements
  • This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382
  • Must possess a valid drivers license.
  • Ability to obtain a Commercial Drivers License prior to the end of trial period
  • Must be willing to travel.
  • Travel can include occasional overnight stays.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Mechanical/troubleshooting ability
  • Ability to use computer diagnosing equipment and numerous other test equipment
  • Able to read interpret and work from manufacturers operational and technical manuals.
  • Knowledge of and ability to perform electrical arc and gas welding.
  • Knowledge of and ability to perform simple machining in the fabrication of parts.
  • Knowledge and application of hand tools as used in a mechanics trade.
  • Able to work a variable or alternating shift schedule/work week.

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:

    August 18 2026

    About Company

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    Alliant Energy (NASDAQ: LNT) and its 3,300 employees provide a life-essential service to homes, farms and businesses across Iowa and Wisconsin. We serve approximately 985,000 electric customers and 425,000 natural gas customers with safe, reliable energy. We are a leader in renewable ... View more

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