Job Title: 2nd Shift - Journeyman Electrician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled journeyman electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in accordance with NEC guidelines. The ideal candidate will work with minimal supervision and provide guidance to others while ensuring high-quality electrical work. This role involves bending and installing conduit, utilizing standard electrical testing equipment, troubleshooting electrical issues, and collaborating with other trades departments as needed. Additionally, effective communication of project status through phone and email is essential.
Responsibilities
Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems following NEC guidelines.
Work independently and provide guidance to team members.
Bend and install conduit efficiently.
Utilize standard electrical testing equipment for troubleshooting.
Collaborate with and assist other trades departments as necessary.
Communicate project status effectively using phone and email.
Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts confidently.
Apply knowledge of electrical policies and procedures.
Manage projects from start to finish.
Train apprentices on installations.
Ensure installations are efficient, safe, and adhere to local electrical codes.
Follow company safety standards and procedures diligently.
Essential Skills
Possession of a Journeyman or Master Electrician license.
Completion of schooling at an accredited electrical trade school.
Minimum of 8 years' experience as an electrician, with at least 3 years in an industrial setting.
Proficiency in reading blueprints and schematics.
Strong understanding of industrial facility systems including electrical, structural, and plumbing.
Ability to apply electrical codes daily.
Professional communication skills with customers, project managers, and estimators.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Journeyman License
Experience in construction, blueprint reading, wiring, conduit bending, and installation.
Familiarity with switchgear and panel wiring.
Why Work Here?
We offer comprehensive training programs, paid holidays upon hire, and competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Our benefits include an HSA with employer contribution, paid time off, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance, and a safety bonus program. As an employee, you will participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Program and enjoy work travel incentives and holiday bonuses.
Work Environment
This position requires working on the 2nd shift from 2:25 pm to 11:45 pm, with an hour paid drive to the shop. The role is based at the Howmet Facilities in Whitehall, MI. You will be working in large industrial facilities, spending 70-80% of the time on maintenance tasks such as relocating and replacing equipment, and the remainder on installation construction for expansions or new buildings.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Walker, Michigan.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $48.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Walker,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
