Journeyperson Electrician - Profit Sharing + Vehicle Discounts

General Motors – Electrician Hiring Event

NOW HIRING: Journeyperson or Journeyperson in Training - ELECTRICIANS

Join us at our hiring event and explore a long-term career with one of the world's leading automakers.

When: Wednesday, June 24 & Thursday, June 25, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Where: General Motors Tonawanda Propulsion 2995 River Rd., Buffalo, NY 14207

This event is exclusively for electricians.

Interviews will be conducted with candidates who meet the required qualifications as availability allows. No appointment needed — walk-ins welcome during event hours.

The Role:

General Motors has needs for qualified Industrial Electrician Journeypersons. Working under minimal supervision, the skilled trades Electrician Journeyperson is responsible for layout, installation, repair and preventative maintenance of complicated electrical equipment and circuits, troubleshooting and technical expertise on control systems.

Pay:

• Journeyperson or Journeyperson In Training, the compensation ranges for a JIT include ($37.77-$44.06)
• Journeyperson rate of $44.96.
• Certificates/credentials and scoring in interview will determine your status and pay.

Requirements:

• At least six (6) years of related experience as an Electrician or a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in the Electrical trade.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements which includes  comprehensive assessments, drug testing, and a background check
• At least 18 years of age
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Must be willing to work flexible shift hours and day, afternoon, or night shift as well as overtime hours daily, weekends and holidays on those shifts with little notice
• GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.  DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU NEED OR WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP TO WORK OR TO REMAIN EMPLOYED AT GM (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.).

Why GM?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Annual profit sharing
• 401(k) with automatic company contribution
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
• Supplemental unemployment benefits for eligible employees
• Employee vehicle discounts through GM Family First
• Paid time away and wellness programs
• Long-term career stability with a unionized workforce

What to Bring:

• Printed and digital copy of your resume
• Applicable certifications or credentials
• Please apply online prior to attending: careers.gm.com/buffalo

Dress Code: Casual — come as you are!