Journeyman Electrician

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The Journeyman Electrician provides for all electrical work to be accomplished in-house by the facilities staff. This position performs day-to-day maintenance, project work, special events, and unscheduled maintenance as directed by the Associate Director Facilities. The position reviews plans and drawings for projects, validates requirements for daily work, projects, and assesses, troubleshoots equipment for the repair of all electrical equipment ranging from light fixtures through motors and generators.

Requisition : 1042
Position Number:
Employee Group: CEBA
Schedule: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, 40 hours/52 weeks
Compensation: Licensed Electrician - $29.50 per hour
Benefits: Full-time
Reports to: Associate Director of Facilities Management
Posting Opens: 11/11/2025
Posting Closes: Open until filled

• Plan, organize and layout all components of electrical work through the use of blue prints, specifications, interaction with consultants, contractors, architects, etc.
• Coordinate own and others work between maintenance, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry departments, administration, and outside vendors.
• Perform electrical work in medium voltage transmission and distribution systems and relays.
• Perform repair of electric motors, generators and controllers ranging from fractional horsepower to 500 horsepower.
• Repair, renovate and install electrical systems, components, fixtures, or electrical equipment in accordance with applicable NEC procedures and guidelines, manufacturer’s specifications and department guidance.
• Make repairs to operations, maintenance and electronic equipment as necessary.
• Maintain files and documentation on building electrical systems as required.
• Complete all work orders assigned and provide appropriate documentation in relation to completion of work.
• Accomplish all work in accordance with MIOSHA/OSHA guidance, applicable City, County and State building codes and regulations.
• Repair electrical systems for hydraulic equipment, injections molding, welding equipment, HVAC systems, etc.
• Repair, maintain, and calibrate electrically operated controls and devices, such as communication devices, signaling devices, fire warning and security systems, including building access, ADA operators, electronic strikes, etc.
• Travel throughout all GRCC campuses and Satellite Learning Centers using personal and/or company vehicles.
• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school degree or GED diploma required
• Advancement towards masters license within two years

• Journeyman electrician with two (2) years' experience preferred
• Experience in an academic setting preferred
• Five (5) years of experience as a master electrician preferred

• Must be able to use all electrical measuring equipment/meters
• Must be able to troubleshoot all types of electrical problems
• Must be able to read and decipher blueprints
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Must have a valid Michigan driver license
• Possess the ability to effectively communicate through written and oral communications

• Be able to lift 50 pounds
• Bend, stoop and stand for extended periods of time in completing work assignments
• Must be able to use ladders

• Ability to work in a group or alone in a variety of settings
• Ability to interface with a staff at various levels
• Provide courteous customer service to students, faculty, staff and the general public
• Must be accessible and available to meet overtime/emergency commitments to fulfill the college mission and objectives

• GRCC will comply with any mandated…