Journeyman Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Journeyman Electrician - Detroit, MI

• Direct Hire Opportunity
• $43.11 per hour
• Great Company Benefits

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Electrician to add to our growing team. This role focuses on performing service work and repairs on facility equipment in a large industrial environment. You will troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues, interpret schematics and blueprints, and complete repairs and installations on equipment located both on rooftops and within the facility. The position requires working at heights, climbing ladders, and operating lifts while ensuring safe, reliable electrical service throughout the plant.

Responsibilities

• Perform service work and repairs on facility electrical equipment in a large industrial setting.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues using schematics, blueprints, and other technical documentation.
• Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems, including conduit, wiring, and electrical service components.
• Run and bend conduit for new installations and modifications to existing systems.
• Pull and terminate electrical wiring in accordance with industrial standards and applicable codes.
• Work on rooftops and within the facility, including climbing ladders and safely using lifts to access equipment.
• Interpret and follow electrical schematics and blueprints to ensure accurate installation and repair work.
• Perform industrial electrical repairs to maintain equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines while working at heights and around industrial equipment.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and facility personnel to support continuous operation of the plant.

Essential Skills

• Journeyman Electrician experience with a valid journeyman license or card from a union or state licensing body.
• Proven experience performing electrical installations and repairs in commercial or industrial environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical systems and facility equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints accurately.
• Hands-on experience with conduit installation, including running and bending conduit.
• Proficiency in pulling and installing electrical wiring in industrial settings.
• Knowledge of electrical service systems and industrial electrical repair practices.
• Comfort working at heights, including on rooftops, and using ladders and lifts safely.
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical safety standards and best practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in large industrial plants, particularly in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience in supporting electrical systems for advanced or specialized production facilities, such as EV manufacturing plants.
• Ability to work collaboratively with maintenance, operations, and facilities teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond effectively to urgent repair needs.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers entry into a stable, unionized environment with structured benefits and long-term career potential. After a short initial period, you can become part of a union with access to comprehensive benefits that begin soon after hire. The role provides a clear pathway to secure, long-term employment within a major industrial organization, with opportunities for advancement and internal placement over time. You will work in a professional setting that values skilled tradespeople, offers competitive compensation structures including shift premiums, and supports ongoing growth in your electrical career.

Work Environment

You will work in a large industrial manufacturing plant focused on electric vehicle production. The environment includes extensive facility equipment and electrical systems located both inside the plant and on rooftops. The role involves working at heights, climbing ladders, and operating lifts to access equipment. You will work around heavy machinery and industrial processes, following strict safety protocols and procedures. Shifts may include second and third shift options with associated shift premiums, and you will operate within a structured, unionized work setting with established standards and practices.

This is a Permanent position based out of Detroit, MI.

The pay range for this position is $89668.80 - $89668.80/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following: 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.