Journeyman Electrician (Union - 1st Shift)

JLL•Lake Orion, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Electrician at JLL, you will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems across large-scale manufacturing facilities. The hands-on role focuses on maximizing wrench time and ensuring reliable operation of industrial electrical equipment and power distribution systems. You will support facility uptime, safety, and operational efficiency while collaborating with maintenance teams, facility coordinators, and client operations to implement preventive maintenance strategies and resolve electrical challenges.

Requirements

High school diploma or state equivalent.
Two years of electrical trade schooling or equivalent training/apprenticeship.
Journeyman Electrician license, equivalent industrial electrical certification, or willingness to obtain an Electrical Journeyman License within 90 days.
Strong knowledge of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in industrial or manufacturing environments.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematic drawings.
Knowledge of OSHA standards and local electrical codes.
Ability to operate electric hand tools, work on ladders, carry tools, lift and carry heavy loads, and operate required equipment.
Ability to work in confined spaces, including closets, crawl spaces, attics, and vaults, and on building roofs.
Availability for call-in work 24 hours per day and ability to work in all weather conditions.
Availability to work overtime, weekends, and pre- or post-scheduled hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with complex electrical systems in pharmaceutical, automotive, or large-scale manufacturing facilities.
Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and digital work order documentation.
Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and building automation systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear oral and written reports.
Team-oriented interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively with other trades.
Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial electrical equipment and power distribution systems.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, instrumentation, and control building equipment and systems required to operate large manufacturing facilities.
Plan and perform assembly, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical apparatus, control equipment, and industrial power distribution systems, including generating equipment, panels, automatic switches, variable frequency drives, circuit breakers, transformers, substations, and alarms.
Diagnose and correct faulty wiring or electrical difficulties in motors and other equipment, using blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematic drawings.
Anticipate potential electrical problems and take proactive steps to maintain facility structures and electrical assets.
Document work accurately in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), including hours and completion details, by required deadlines.
Coordinate with clients and maintenance staff to determine safe, environmentally compliant approaches to assignments.
Keep work areas and equipment safe, efficient, and clean, and comply with safety rules and regulations.