Unit Operator (Large Steam Plant)
Job Location:
Sheboygan, WI - USA
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Job Summary
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 965Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business Unit
Edgewater Operations-WI Generation WPLNumber of Positions Available
1Salary Grade
U101256Career Band
Job Code
J01263Residency Requirement
Not subject to residency requirements.Pay Range
$53.95 - $59.18Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
Job Description
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of steam boilers electric generating units coal handling and auxiliary equipment. If assigned to Columbia Generating Facility also responsible for remote operations of hydros.
What you will do
- Operates control equipment to obtain safe and economical operation of boilers turbines and auxiliary equipment.
- Operates switchboard to obtain safe and proper operation of plant and system electrical equipment.
- Receives calls and executes orders from the Generation Dispatch Center; keeps a complete record of orders operations and incidents.
- Prepares logs and reports as required.
- Informs the shift supervisor of any abnormal or unusual conditions that may occur.
- Performs troubleshooting activities related to plant operating systems.
- Keeps the control room neat and orderly.
- Substitutes and routinely performs the duties of the Equipment Operator - Operations inside the plant.
- Assists in the training of employees.
- Performs maintenance work of ordinary nature when not operating.
- Performs all work according to established procedures and safety practices.
- Performs other duties which are similar related and incidental to the position.
- High School Diploma or GED
Required Experience
- Experience in power plant operations
Preferred Experience
- Experience as an Equipment Operator-Operations
Other Requirements
- Must possess a valid drivers license.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Possesses skills in reading basic math and electricity and have mechanical aptitude.
- Good theoretical knowledge of generating station systems and company electrical operating procedures
- Able to remain calm during emergencies
- Capable of quick accurate decisions and speed of execution
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
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:
June 28 2026About Company
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
