Come start your career today! Van Maanen Electric currently has positions open for electrical helpers, apprentices, and experienced electricians throughout central Iowa. We are looking for hard working, motivated individuals who are wanting to take their career in the construction industry to the next level. Van Maanen Electric offers great pay, as well as an awesome comprehensive benefits package and substantial room for growth. Van Maanen Electric operates largely throughout Central Iowa, with job sites ranging from large commercial, underground, light industrial, and service work. We are affiliated with the ABC of Iowa apprenticeship program, which means all of our employees have the opportunity to enroll in this four year program and obtain their Journeyman electrical license. If you are interested in learning more about what our company has to offer you, please contact our office today! Requirements: • Must be able to pass a drug screen/physical/ extensive work fit test as well as a background check • High school diploma or equivalent • Valid driver's license and means of transportation • Strong work ethic/ attitude • Ability to take direction • Must be able to lift 100 lbs at times • Ability to work alone as well as in a team setting • Ability to work long hours, and show up on time every day Job Duties: • Pulling wire • Bending conduit • Installing light fixtures • Wiring devices • Reading blueprints • Digging trenches • Demoing old electrical materials • Being on a commercial construction site Job duties are not limited to this list.
See More Details >>Description Come start your career today! Van Maanen Electric currently has positions open for electrical helpers, apprentices, and experienced electricians throughout central Iowa. We are looking for hard working, motivated individuals who are wanting to take their career in the construction industry to the next level. Van Maanen Electric offers great pay, as well as an awesome comprehensive benefits package and substantial room for growth. Van Maanen Electric operates largely throughout Central Iowa, with job sites ranging from large commercial, underground, light industrial, and service work. We are affiliated with the ABC of Iowa apprenticeship program, which means all of our employees have the opportunity to enroll in this four year program and obtain their Journeyman electrical license. If you are interested in learning more about what our company has to offer you, please contact our office today! Requirements Requirements: • Must be able to pass a drug screen/physical/ extensive work fit test as well as a background check • High school diploma or equivalent • Valid driver's license and means of transportation • Strong work ethic/ attitude • Ability to take direction • Must be able to lift 100 lbs at times • Ability to work alone as well as in a team setting • Ability to work long hours, and show up on time every day
See More Details >>Job Title: Line Mechanic Journey Level/Apprentice We are seeking a skilled Line Mechanic Journey Level/Apprentice to join our team. As a key member of our crew, you will be responsible for constructing, maintaining, and repairing electric facilities. Job Summary: • Constructs, dismantles, maintains, replaces, repairs, and operates electric facilities. • Installs, removes, frames, climbs poles, towers, and other structures. • Operates basket trucks, digger trucks, trenchers, backhoes, and all construction equipment. • Restores electric service lost due to weather, equipment failure, or other causes in a safe and prompt manner. Responsibilities: • Install and maintain street and security lighting equipment. • Operate and maintain hydraulic/air tools and systems. • Install underground electrical equipment including cable, switchgear, cable terminations, and other related gear. • Know and understand safety and construction standards. • Trained in CPR and First Aid. • Load and haul poles, transformers, and material to job sites. • Trim trees from power lines and operate chipper to dispose of brush. • Install and transfer cablevision/telephone line during new and rebuild projects overhead/underground. • Field test and maintain line type transformers only, including taking oil samples. • Maintenance of truck stock and material inventory. • May require mapping and paperwork related to job order changes. • Perform daily equipment inspections. • Installs, splices, and secures conductors. • Works on energized lines and equipment. Works with live line maintenance tools. • May lead and assist in training others in the same or lower classifications. • Respond to emergency callouts to insure the safety of the public and employees. • Will work in a variety of adverse weather conditions as system condition warrant. Required Skills and Qualifications: • Succesful completion of line mechanic apprenticeship. • Satisfactory passage of line mechanic examination. • Good reading comprehension, mathematics skills. • Demonstrated ability to do ordinary line construction, operating and maintenance work, line trouble shooting and transformer installation including three-phase and parallel banking. • Reasonable knowledge of work order procedure and allocation of charges. • Knowledge of the requirements of the State Electrical Code and company standards for line construction. • Familiarity with live line maintenance tools and their use. • Thorough knowledge of the Company Safety Rules and Operating Practices relating to line construction and maintenance. • Ability to write clearly and concisely, make understandable diagrams, ability to express oneself orally. • The ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. • Sensitivity to public opinion and property owner's rights. • Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse work group. Benefits: • A competitive salary range of $37.59 - $50.12. • A comprehensive total rewards package including benefit programs. Others: • Alliant Energy is 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. • Candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Marshalltown, IA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The average wage for apprentices in Marshalltown is approximately $620 per week, with experienced electricians earning up to $1,375.50 per week. With a growing demand for electrical services and a projected 11% job growth from 2022 to 2032, aspiring electricians in Marshalltown can look forward to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $70,000 annually for experienced professionals.
