Electrician Journeyman

Amsted Automotive Group, Saginaw, MI, is seeking a Journeyman Electrician! We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician with strong troubleshooting skills to maintain and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in a manufacturing environment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical/electronic systems, including programmable and numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gauges, and test equipment.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, and schematics to install, repair, calibrate, or replace electronic systems.
• Apply expertise in electrical and mechanical principles, statutory codes, and material properties.
• Work safely around high-voltage electricity while adhering to safety protocols.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain production machinery, performing both emergency repairs and routine preventive maintenance.
• Conduct facility maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry, and general building upkeep.
• Utilize various technical skills to diagnose, repair, and optimize equipment performance.
• Identify and communicate faulty processes or defective materials to operations management.
• Read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, and work orders to complete maintenance and repairs.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance following established schedules and procedures.
• Fabricate or repair parts as needed using tools and machines.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations, including lockout/tagout procedures, while ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
• Complete documentation for work orders, maintenance records, and replacement part orders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Completion of a formal apprenticeship or a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience (documentation required).
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Experience operating lathes, mills, grinding machinery, and machine tools.
• Ability to operate a forklift and scissor lift.
• High attention to detail and precision to ensure safety and prevent costly errors.
• Capability to provide and maintain a personal toolbox (tooling reimbursement available within annual limits).

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive Bonus
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401K
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Discount Programs

WHAT ELSE YOU’LL NEED TO KNOW

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
• Safety glasses with side shields
• Earplugs
• Additional PPE for specific tasks
• Constant Activities (75-100% of the time):
• Standing
• Visually inspecting items in person, on screen, etc.
• Frequent Activities (50-75% of the time):
• Bending, twisting, walking
• Flexing and extending elbows and wrists
• Lifting or carrying items up to 30 lbs.
• Pushing or pulling items up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching to front and right side
• Working quickly and clearly communicating with others
• Occasional Activities (25-50% of the time):
  • Kneeling, squatting, and climbing stairs, ladders, etc.
  • Lifting and carrying 30-50 lbs.
  • Reaching above shoulder, behind, and left
  • Operating power tools
  • Working on uneven ground or elevated surfaces
  • Exposure to temperatures above 80°
• Rare Activities (0-25% of the time):
  • Crawling and sitting
  • Flexing and extending ankle
  • Pushing and pulling over 50 lbs.
  • Operating motorized equipment
  • Working slowly
  • Exposure to temperatures below 50°

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