Industrial Electrician - Traverse Area

Position: Industrial Electrician - Traverse City Area
Job Description:

Industrial Electrician | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $53,000 - $85,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for electrical systems and keeping operations running safely? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Traverse City seeking Industrial Electricians to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Traverse City that are seeking skilled Industrial Electricians. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical control systems, wiring, and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical malfunctions in industrial machinery, production lines, and facility infrastructure.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems and components to ensure operational reliability and safety.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams to facilitate repairs and installations.
• Adhere to all safety regulations, electrical codes (e.g., NFPA 70E), and company policies.
• Calibrate and test electrical components, instruments, and control systems using appropriate testing devices.
• Work with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and other automation control systems for diagnostics and minor programming adjustments.

Recommended Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent certification.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in industrial electrical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams.
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, motor controls, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Adherence to NFPA 70E, OSHA, and Lockout/Tagout safety procedures.

Bonus Qualifications

• PLC programming and development experience (beyond basic troubleshooting)
• Robotics troubleshooting and maintenance experience
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) commissioning and advanced programming
• Instrumentation calibration and loop tuning experience

Job Titles That Should Apply

Industrial Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Technician, Plant Electrician, Manufacturing Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Industrial Electrical Technician, Controls Electrician, Automation Electrician

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

• Controllers

• Osha

• Safety Regulations

• Robotics

• Resume

• Offers

• Diagrams

• BASIC

• Operations

• Instrumentation

• Calibration

• Codes

• Adjustments

• Machinery

• Salary

• Hiring

• Partnerships

• Compensation

• Components

• Reliability

• Commissioning

• Infrastructure

• Manufacturing

• Automation

• Programming

• Regulations

• Troubleshooting

• Preparation

• Testing

• Maintenance

Salary Package:

$ 53,000. (US Dollar)