Industrial Controls Electrician (Journeyperson)

Job Description

Job Description

Shape What Moves the World

At General Motors, our plants never stop innovating — and neither do the craftspeople who keep them running. As an Industrial Controls Electrician (Journeyperson), you’ll be the expert others call when complex control systems need to be installed, tuned, diagnosed, or restored to peak performance.

A Day in the Life

You start your shift by reviewing overnight logs and prioritizing preventive tasks. A drive shows an alarm — you trace it through the wiring schematic, isolate a faulty sensor, and return the line to service with minimal downtime. Later, you partner with maintenance and production to plan a corrective repair, then join a continuous-improvement huddle to share lessons learned. Safety is never an afterthought — you follow OSHA and GM procedures in every step.

What You'll Do

• Lay out, install, repair, and maintain industrial electrical equipment and circuits
• Diagnose and resolve control-system and equipment faults quickly to protect throughput
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance across plant assets
• Interpret and work from electrical drawings and wiring schematics
• Contribute to cross-functional teamwork and continuous improvement
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to technical challenges
• Work safely at all times, adhering to OSHA and GM standards

Qualifications

• Six (6) or more years as an Electrician OR a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in the Electrical trade
• At least 18 years old
• Willing to support day, afternoon, or night shifts; overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed — sometimes with short notice
• Proficiency in: Electrical Troubleshooting Skills; Electrical Installation; Electrical Troubleshooting; Electrical Repair; Electrical / Electronic Systems; Industrial Electrical Experience; Industrial Electrical Systems

Compensation and Status

This position may be filled as a Journeyperson In Training (JIT) or a Journeyperson. JIT compensation ranges from $37.77–$44.06; the Journeyperson rate is $44.96. Certificates/credentials and interview results determine your status and pay.

Physical Work

• Respond rapidly to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
• Stand for extended periods; occasionally sit
• Wear PPE comfortably and navigate a busy plant environment
• Bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach as tasks require
• Lift or carry up to 50 lbs. depending on department
• Operate mobile equipment when necessary

Where You'll Work

This role is categorized as onsite — you’ll report to a GM facility on a full-time basis.

Union, Relocation, and Additional Notices

General Motors UAW hourly employment offers competitive pay and benefits. Qualified employees may also receive an annual incentive payout. Relocation and travel expenses are the applicant’s responsibility; however, this job may be eligible for relocation benefits. Per the labor agreement between GM and the UAW, GM may share information and documentation relating to the credentials of applicants for this position (e.g., resumes, journeyperson cards, interview notes, certificates, etc.) with UAW personnel who have a need to know as part of their role on the UAW skilled trades team.

About GM

We are driven by a vision of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion — and we’re committed to leading the transformation that makes transportation safer, cleaner, and more equitable.

Life at GM

We choose — every day — to create meaningful change together. We want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Total Rewards

We support your wellbeing from day one — at work and at home. Explore our benefits here: Total Rewards resources.

Legal and Compliance

Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements which includes **comprehensive assessments, drug testing, and a background check **

Eligible to work in the United States

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.).

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Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

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