Job Title: Journeyman Electrician
Job Description

We are seeking a Maintenance Electrician to join our team. This role involves installing wires in buildings, installing equipment, and troubleshooting machinery once production starts. The Journeyman Electrician will be responsible for electrical installation and troubleshooting, including PLC Troubleshooting (Siemens).

ResponsibilitiesInstall, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and production equipment.Collaborate with maintenance team members, such as Maintenance Mechanic and Maintenance Tool Maker, to diagnose malfunctioning machinery and discuss possible solutions.Plan and install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as robots, conveyors, and programmable controllers.Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures, and replace damaged or broken wires and cables.Utilize a laptop and HMI to interface with various process logic controllers to troubleshoot and diagnose problems with production equipment, CNC machinery, assembly lines, and other equipment.Make backups of programs, parameters, and machine data as needed.Replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors, proximity sensors, and other similar devices.Locate replacement parts necessary to repair equipment including MRO crib or maintenance warehouse.Adjust functional parts of production equipment to achieve functionality and peak performance.Start production equipment to test performance.Utilize a variety of common hand tools and power tools such as drills, saws, grinders, pipe benders, threaders, and other applicable tools.Demonstrate knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out procedures.Initiate purchase requisitions for parts and machines.Assist mechanics when needed and perform mechanical duties within the individual’s ability, not limited to electrical duties.Perform Preventative Maintenance on time according to the provided schedule.Essential Skills5+ years in an industrial setting.Journeyman's Card (State or UAW, current or expired).Install and troubleshoot electrical systems on industrial machinery.Experience with 3 phase motors and 480V.Facilities electrical knowledge.PLC Troubleshooting (Allen Bradley).Blueprint reading and schematics.Ability to replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors, proximity sensors, and other similar devices.Experience utilizing a laptop and HMI to interface with various process logic controllers to troubleshoot and diagnose problems with production equipment and assembly lines.Skill in debugging electrical issues.Industrial and facilities knowledge, with experience performing electrical work on machines.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with Festo Blocks (cylinders) is a plus.Why Work Here?

We offer a supportive work environment in a newly renovated plant moving into Warren from Oklahoma. Employees are provided with steel toe allowances, safety glasses, ear plugs, and gloves. We offer 2 weeks of vacation, 5 sick days, and 10 holidays when direct. Our benefits package includes competitive health benefits, vision, dental, a 401K match program, a discount program, and a gym reimbursement program.

Work Environment

This is a 3rd shift position, with initial training on 1st shift for 2-4 weeks before moving to 3rd shift. Candidates must be comfortable training on 1st or 2nd shift until the plant is launched. Shift times are as follows: 1st shift: 7am - 3pm, 2nd shift: 3pm - 11pm, 3rd shift: 11pm - 7am. There is a 50 cent shift premium for off shifts. The average workweek is 40-50 hours, with potential for overtime depending on production needs. Some travel to Oklahoma may be required to help tear down lines and bring them to Michigan, but this will only be until February. The work environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, with a focus on supporting the transition of machinery from Oklahoma to Michigan.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Warren, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warren,MI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 23, 2024.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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