Line Clearance and Inspection Specialist I

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.

Job Summary

Are you ready to play a key role in keeping the lights on across Wisconsin and Iowa? As a Line Clearance and Inspection Specialist I, you'll be at the heart of utility operations; analyzing critical data, coordinating inspections, and ensuring regulatory compliance that keeps our electric infrastructure safe and efficient.

In this dynamic role, you'll manage the flow of information between operations personnel and regulatory bodies, driving operational enhancements through smart data analysis and system improvements. You’ll lead the charge in right-of-way clearing and electric line inspections, working closely with contractors and leveraging your GIS and mapping expertise to match assets, pull maps, and keep internal communication systems up to date.

What you will do

- Reviews line clearance and inspection department data for quality, integrity, and accuracy.

- Regularly interfaces with regulators for line clearance and inspection processes.

- Provides regular and ad-hoc information to management and regulatory bodies.

- Maintains necessary departmental documentation and prepares reports to meet regulatory and management needs and requirements.

- Creates scorecards to track status for management and director review.

- Creates and implements contractor performance measures and monitors contractor resources for effective utilization.

- Serves as the point of contact for life extension and inspection data inquiries from field personnel.

- Prepares documentation, training manuals, and procedures supporting new system development and enhancements, and documenting business processes and data flows.

- Analyzes work processes to ensure critical review points are established and quality assurance system controls are in place.

- Analyzes ambiguous and rapidly changing data, identifies key issues, and draws logical conclusions to provide suggestions for process improvements and business design.

- Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Education Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree Information Technology, Environmental Sciences, Real Estate, or related area preferred.

Required Experience

- 5 years technical and/or professional experience.

- Experience in geographic information systems, line clearance, line inspection, or related areas.

Preferred Experience

- Field knowledge of tools, equipment, chemicals and methods related to right of way, maintenance, and line inspection.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Understanding of electric and gas distribution and transmission operations and facilities.

- Understanding of gathering and documenting requirements, defining scope, creating and executing a successful work plan for projects.

- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to focus on several tasks simultaneously.

- Understanding of arboricultural practices and standards desired.

- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

- Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets and project management software.)

- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Key Skills

- Customer Experience Management • Environmental Awareness • Project and Program Management • Line Clearances • Regulatory Compliance • Quality Standards Management • Vegetation Management

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.

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.

Pay Range:

$61,000 - $65,000

This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

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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.

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

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