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T-Maintenance Technician IC&E/CT Tech - Journey Only

Alliant Energy · Beloit, WI · $53.67–$56.23 an hour · Full time

Posted Jul 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about an electrical troubleshooting job at a generation site that took you longer than expected. What finally solved it?

What they are checking: Persistence and method on difficult electrical problems, and honesty about what they learned.

How do you run a job safety briefing so it actually helps, not just gets signed?

What they are checking: Whether they treat pre-job briefings as real hazard discussion, which the posting names as part of the job.

Tell me about a time you had to do mechanical work on equipment that wasn't your main specialty.

What they are checking: Flexibility to cover basic mechanical tasks in a small crew where everyone does a bit of everything.

What would you do

You're working alone at a remote CT site and find a problem bigger than you can fix safely. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know their limits and call for help rather than taking risks alone.

A coworker skips a lockout step to save time. What do you do?

What they are checking: Willingness to speak up about safety with a peer, even when it is uncomfortable.

About the work

Walk me through what you check on a combustion turbine before and during a start.

What they are checking: Whether they understand CT operations well enough to catch a problem before it trips the unit or damages it.

What's the role of an HRSG in a combined cycle plant, and what instrument problems are common on one?

What they are checking: Working knowledge of combined cycle equipment, which this journey-level role covers directly.

A CT trips on a vibration or temperature signal. How do you tell whether it's a real problem or a bad instrument?

What they are checking: Troubleshooting judgment that avoids both ignoring real faults and chasing false ones.

What city, state or federal regulations affect your work at a generation site, and how do they show up day to day?

What they are checking: Awareness of environmental and safety compliance, such as emissions monitoring, that the posting says they must follow.

How do you keep instrument calibration records and work orders accurate when you're busy?

What they are checking: Documentation discipline that supports compliance and helps the next technician.

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The full job description

As published by Alliant Energy.

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. Residency Requirements: Not subject to residency requirements. Job Summary Performs a variety of work connected with the operations, inspections and instrument control and electric of combustion turbine, combined cycle, HRSG, and steam generator sites. Performs varied instrument control and electrical, basic mechanical and maintenance activities and other duties necessary to maintain the generation facility to which they are assigned. What you will do • Performs combustion turbine operations, combined cycle, HRSG, and steam generator inspections and instrument control and electrical in a safe and efficient manner adhering to all corporate and company guidelines to ensure compliance with all city, state, and federal regulations. • Participates in job safety briefings, safety tailgate sessions, safety reviews and safety observations. • Observes, operates and initiates repairs to the combustion turbine, combined cycle, HRSG, steam generator and related equipment. • Maintain an accurate operating log of all equipment and performs preventive maintenance. • Maintains, operates and repairs water treatment systems. Receives and unloads acid and caustic trucks. Troubleshoots and repairs the water treatment systems controls and valves. • Maintain optimum water treatment system performance. • Calibrates and repairs recording and indicating instrumentation. • Maintains water treatment systems. Performs tests and reports data on waste treatment systems. • Maintains performance monitoring and control equipment. Monitors gas and steam turbine performance. Keeps testing records as assigned. • Maintains warehouse, orders supplies as needed. • Performs regular inspections of gas and steam turbines and auxiliary equipment utilizing Maximo. Participates during overhauls of all related plant equipment. • Performs the instrument control and electrical, basic mechanical troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, cleaning, inspecting and constructing of equipment and systems for the generation facility. • Operates and/or obtains information from various electrical devices used to support specific equipment diagnostics or work activities; gathers, interprets and logs data. • Is proficient in the use of machine tools and various hand powered tools as job needs dictate. • Operates mobile and heavy equipment to perform maintenance tasks. • Performs various welding activities. • Supports safety, plant reliability, productivity, and plant efficiency improvements by participating in various continuous improvement activities. • Performs all work according to established procedures and safety practices. • Performs various generating plant and shop area housekeeping functions. • Performs other duties which are similar, related, or incidental to this position. Education Requirements • High School Diploma or GED Required Experience • 2 years electrical or instrument and control technical college or equivalency or 4 year experience in electrical or instrument and control trade or completed apprenticeship; or 2 years of Combustion Turbine electrical experience Other Requirements • Must possess a valid driver’s license. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Demonstrated ability to solve problems • Proven ability to work on delicate equipment • Demonstrated ability to coordinate work and work with others • Strong sense of personal and technical responsibility • Possess necessary skills in basic mechanical • Ability to work from blueprints, diagrams, drawings, and specifications • Knowledge of plant operations and systems • Developed skills in machining • Knowledge of theory and skill in welding • Knowledge of company safety rules • 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 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: $53.67 - $56.23 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. 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 .

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