Skilled Craft Education
Prepare yourself for an exciting career in the utility industry. The demand for skilled craft workers―like line workers, substation electricians, power plant operators and others in mechanical trades―in our industry is growing. Ameren has collaborated with local community colleges to offer programs that lead to careers in these fields. Learn how these programs can provide you with the skills to take charge of your new career.
Electrical Power Plant Opportunities
	Instrument Control/Electrical Technician (ICE)
	Master Control Technician
	Electrical Repairman
Job responsibilities include troubleshooting, calibration, maintenance, repair and installation of:
			Distributive Control Systems
			Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems
			Communications Systems
			Programmable Logic Controllers
			Pneumatic & Hydraulic Control Equipment
			Computer Systems
			Industrial Lighting and Distribution
			AC-DC Motor Control Circuits
			Single-Phase Motors
			Three-Phase Motors
			Transformers
			Switchgear/Relays
			Industrial HVAC Systems
			High Voltage Generators
Find more information in the Electrical Power Plant Opportunities and Mechanical Maintenance Power Plant Opportunities brochures.    Learn more about the Ameren generating facilities and some of the Ameren power stations and resource centers, their locations and communities:
		Coffeen Power Station			Effingham Resource Center
		Newton Power Station			Meredosia Power Station
		Peoria Resource Center
Energy Delivery Opportunities
	Substation Electrician
	System Relay Technician
Job responsibilities include:
			Test, calibrate and repair protective relaying, SCADA, and metering systems in substations and power plants
			Perform commission testing on metering and on relaying and associated control systems in new and/or modified substations and power plants
			Install, remove, and maintain high voltage substation equipment including circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, voltage regulators, and disconnect switches
			Construct and install substation steel structures, pipe work, cubicles or cell structures, and perform other substation mechanical and structural work
			Perform wiring of relaying and control panels
			Perform emergency troubleshooting and restoration of all equipment listed above
Training for Skilled Craft Positions at Ameren
	Ameren offers advanced training that builds upon what you learned in school. You receive hands-on experience with specific systems and equipment in the Ameren system.    Because Ameren needs skilled craft employees who already have fundamental skills and knowledge, successful applicants must pass a written test and a performance skills test.
Education for Skilled Craft Opportunities at Ameren
	To prepare for a skilled craft position at Ameren, fast track with one of our education partners:
			Lake Land Community College
			St. Louis Community College