Journeyperson Electrician

Job Number: 2335

External 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. 

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

Job Number: PR- GM Journeyman Electrician

Community / Marketing Title: Journeyperson Electrician

Location_formattedLocationLong: Buffalo, NY, New York US