Journeyman Electrician (Union - AWS 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. This hands-on role focuses on maximizing wrench time and ensuring reliable operation of industrial electrical equipment and power distribution systems. You will work with maintenance teams, facility coordinators, and client operations to implement preventive maintenance strategies and resolve electrical challenges, contributing to facility uptime, safety, and operational efficiency. The position supports manufacturing operations and offers opportunities to work with advanced electrical systems and develop specialized skills. This is an on-site union position represented by the United Auto Workers (UAW); compensation and benefits are determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The alternative work shift includes at least one weekend day on shift. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

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 and physical capacity 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.
Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

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 and 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 used to operate large manufacturing facilities.
Plan and execute 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 problems in motors and other equipment, interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematic drawings.
Anticipate potential electrical problems and take proactive steps to maintain facility structures and electrical assets.
Accurately document work in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), including required hours and completion details, by required deadlines.
Work with clients and maintenance staff to determine safe, environmentally compliant approaches to assignments.
Keep work areas and equipment safe, clean, and efficient while adhering to safety rules and regulations.