Floor Operator I Journey or Apprentice
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$43.49 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Ottumwa, IA Ottumwa, Iowa open_in_new |
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Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$15.29
$19.6
$43.49
About this job
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.
This role may be filled at the Apprentice or Journey level dependent upon qualifications.
Union Details (If applicable)
IBEW Local 204 (Large Group)Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business Unit
Operations-IA Generation IPLNumber of Positions Available
3Salary Grade
U104073Career Band
Job Code
J01464Pay Range
$43.49 - $49.70Alliant 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
Ottumwa Generating StationResidency Requirement
Not subject to residency requirements.Job Description
Perform maintenance and operation of boiler and related equipment to provide for cost effective and safe generation. Work effectively with other work team members and management on a rotating shift basis. Assist Control Room Operator in the overall operation of high pressure steam generators, steam turbine generator; station auxiliaries for a given shift.
What you will do
- Serve on a team to efficiently and safely operate the plant boiler and maintain it and associated equipment.
- Work effectively with other work team members and management on a rotating shift basis.
- Assist Control Room Operator in all operations.
- Communication with fellow employees in giving and receiving orders, keeping others informed, log book entries, etc.
- Starts, operates, inspects, and shuts down all steam generators, steam turbine generating units and all associated auxiliary equipment as requested by CRO or management.
- Observe and record pressures, temperatures and flows on all operating equipment and controls.
- At direction of CRO, receives and executes orders relative to electric loads and switching instructions.
- Operates all pumps, heaters, pulverizers and other auxiliary equipment; operates circulating water screens, pumps, chlorination equipment, condensers and air removal equipment.
- Operates switchgear as instructed.
- Make minor repairs and replacements on station equipment and report other maintenance requirements.
- Supervise and assist in training of other operating employees.
- Assist in Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures to take equipment out of service.
- Clean boiler passes, preheaters, flues, ducts, ash pits and pyrites by removing ashes as required; inspect, operate and clean storage batteries and charging unit.
- Operate plant while CRO is absent and/or in case of emergencies.
- Perform PM and may assist with maintenance work.
- Perform other related work as required for the safe, orderly, efficient and harmonious operation of the plant.
- Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.
- The above duties are not an inclusive list of duties to be performed for this position. The above listed duties are intended to be a general job description for the major duties to be performed by the employee. These duties are specific to OGS.
- High School Diploma or GED
Required Experience
- None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Good reading comprehension, mathematics skills
- Ability to read P&ID’s, operating manuals, technical manuals
- Mechanical aptitude
- Good verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to read and comprehend RIGHT TO KNOW information
- Basic knowledge of First Aid and CPR
- Ability to exercise good judgment during emergencies
- Capacity for quick, accurate decisions and speed of execution
- Basic computer skills.
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.
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 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.
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:
February 1, 2026
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