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Electrical Journeyperson - Lockport

General Motors

Lockport, NYFull-time$36.68–43.67/hrPosted 5mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$36.68–43.67/hr
Location
Lockport, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Job overview

General Motors is hiring an Electrical Journeyperson - Lockport. General Motors is seeking qualified Industrial Electrician Journeypersons to perform layout, installation, repair, and preventative maintenance of complicated electrical equipment and circuits. The role involves troubleshooting and providing technical expertise on control systems, working under minimal supervision. Candidates should be able to diagnose and correct electrical malfunctions quickly to avoid production delays.

Key focus areas include Follow established safety procedures according to OSHA standards and company procedures, Maintain and repair electrical equipment, and Analyze and troubleshoot electrical malfunctions in equipment and related components.

Successful candidates bring 6+ Years Electrician Experience, Certificate of Completion Electrical Trade, and Age 18+. Important skills include Electrical Equipment Maintenance And Repair, Electrical Malfunction Troubleshooting, Electrical Preventative And Corrective Maintenance, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, and Read And Interpret Drawings. Preferred (not required): Drive Mobile Equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electrical Equipment Maintenance and RepairElectrical Malfunction TroubleshootingElectrical Preventative and Corrective MaintenanceCollaborationContinuous ImprovementRead and Interpret DrawingsRead and Interpret Wiring SchematicsProblem-Solving SkillsQuick Response to Safety InstructionsQuick Response to AlarmsQuick Response to SignalsDrive Mobile Equipment

Qualifications

6+ Years Related Electrician Experience or U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in Electrical TradeSatisfactorily Complete General Motors Hiring ProcessAt Least 18 Years of AgeEligible to Work in the United StatesWilling to Work Flexible Shift HoursWilling to Work Overtime HoursAbility to Work and Stand for Extended PeriodsComfortably Wear Personal Protective EquipmentAbility to Navigate a Busy EnvironmentAbility to Bend, Twist, Kneel, Crouch, and ReachAbility to Lift or Carry Materials Up to 50 Lbs

Full job description

Job Description

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Follow established safety procedures according to OSHA standards and company procedures
  • Responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment
  • Analyze and troubleshoot electrical malfunctions in equipment and related components, diagnosing and correcting the problems quickly to avoid production delays
  • Perform electrical preventative and corrective maintenance on all plant equipment
  • Promote teamwork and show a willingness to work with other departments
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities
  • Read and interpret drawings and wiring schematics
  • Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills

Interested individuals must meet the following minimum qualifications:

  • 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.).
  • If you are a current GM employee operating under a collective bargaining agreement, please contact your local HR/LR for employee placement opportunities.
  • This position may be filled with a Journeyperson or Journeyperson In Training, the compensation ranges for a JIT include ($36.68-$42.80) or Journeyperson rate of $43.67. Certificates/credentials and scoring in interview will determine your status and pay.

Physical Requirements

  • Quick response to safety instructions, alarms, and signals are a must
  • Ability to work and stand for extended periods
  • Comfortably wear personal protective equipment
  • Navigate a busy environment
  • Bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach
  • May need to lift or carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. depending on department
  • Occasional sitting during certain tasks
  • Drive mobile equipment when needed

General Motors UAW hourly employment offers a very competitive compensation and benefit package. An annual incentive payout is also available, as qualified.

Relocation and travel expenses will be the responsibility of the applicant.

Please note – 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.

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