Electrician 1st shift

GTI Fabrication • Buffalo, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

GTI Fabrication is seeking an Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and components across manufacturing operations. The Electrician I | Journeyman Electrician will support production equipment, plant electrical systems, and infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. This role will also support manufacturing operations tied to modular data center builds, electrical integration areas, power distribution equipment, and system-level production environments. The Electrician I | Journeyman Electrician must have strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, the ability to read blueprints and schematics, and hands-on experience working in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience as an Electrician, Industrial Electrician, or Journeyman Electrician
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and one-lines
• Working knowledge of electrical theory, materials, controls, motors, and industrial equipment
• Experience using hand and power tools associated with electrical work
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems in an industrial environment
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, climb, squat, reach, and kneel
• Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an electrician apprenticeship, technical school, or trade program
• Journeyman Electrician license preferred
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, modular manufacturing, or contract manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance programs, electrical calibration, and equipment reliability systems
• Experience supporting modular data center infrastructure, power systems, or electrical integration operations
• PLC troubleshooting or controls experience preferred
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and enhance electrical systems and components including wiring, lighting, panels, breakers, conduit, disconnects, and control systems
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems, equipment, and infrastructure to ensure reliability and uptime
• Calibrate equipment to provided specifications and verify proper operation
• Support power distribution systems serving modular data center production, assembly lines, and manufacturing equipment
• Inspect, test, and diagnose issues with electrical systems and components
• Troubleshoot electrical problems and perform timely repairs to minimize downtime
• Test electrical systems and components to verify proper functionality after repair
• Respond quickly to equipment failures impacting production schedules or plant operations
• Perform all work in accordance with electrical codes, OSHA requirements, safety standards, and company procedures
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, one-lines, panel layouts, and diagrams
• Ensure installations and repairs meet required specifications and compliance standards
• Support lockout/tagout practices and safe energized work protocols where permitted
• Complete required documentation for repairs, maintenance activities, PM records, and service logs
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, downtime events, and system performance
• Ensure adequate inventory of electrical supplies, spare parts, tools, and replacement components
• Support MRO inventory planning for electrical consumables and critical spare parts
• Follow OSHA safety standards and internal safety protocols at all times
• Support safe operation of electrical systems across the facility
• Assist production teams by ensuring electrical systems support manufacturing operations
• Help maintain uptime for welding, fabrication, paint, assembly, testing, and electrical integration areas
• Identify recurring failures and support Root Cause Analysis using structured problem-solving methods
• Support improvements to reliability, preventative maintenance, energy efficiency, and equipment uptime
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Continuous Improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed