Bridge Electrician

Insight Global; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

On-site work flexibility

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Bridge Electrician in Detroit, MI to perform journeyman-level electrical work supporting moveable bridges, pump houses, and related infrastructure. You'll install, maintain, troubleshoot, and modify electrical systems, read blueprints, and document field reports.

The role requires 4+ years of experience, a Michigan Master or Journeyman license, safety focus, and ability to work overtime and on-call. CDL endorsement is needed.

Qualifications

• Michigan Master Electrician or Journeyman License required.
• 4+ years as Electrician in electrical installation, maintenance, or repair.
• Experience with industrial, commercial, municipal, or transportation electrical systems.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Willing to work overtime and be on-call.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, program and maintain electrical systems for bridges and pump houses.
• Test and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Read blueprints and sketches; interpret specs.
• Operate CDL equipment and maintain CDL endorsements.
• Document field reports and maintenance logs.
• Work outdoors in all weather, at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Coordinate with Bridge Mechanics and maintenance teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprint Reading

Maintenance & Repair

Safety Compliance

Field Reports

Education

Michigan Master Electrician or Journeyman License

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

CDL Equipment Operation

Job description

OT: Could be 20+ hours of overtime (need to have ability to be on call)

Opportunity to earn up to 2x base salary through overtime opportunities

Job Description

• Install, modify, repair, program and provide routine maintenance on electrical systems, fixtures, traffic signals, HVAC electrical, electrical motors and control equipment for Bridge and structures (Department specific).
• Test and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, lift trucks to maintain and repair electrical systems.
• Measure, cuts, bends, threads, assembles poles and installs electrical conduits.
• Installs controls and distribution apparatuses such as switches, relays, circuits, and breaker panels.
• Makes routine inspections of installed equipment and/or systems to detect hazards and needs for adjustment/replacement.
• Ability to read and interpret sketches, blueprints, and specifications
• Electricians install and repair electrical wiring systems on state and county pumphouses and Moveable Bridges and operate hand tools.
• Follow up on complaints as directed by Supervision.
• Operate CDL Equipment (pull towed equipment) and maintain a CDL with appropriate endorsements.

Summary

Insight Global is seeking a Bridge Electrician in Detroit, MI. This individual will perform journeyman-level electrical work involving the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of electrical systems and equipment supporting moveable bridges, structures, and pump houses throughout the county. The role requires interpreting blueprints and sketches, diagnosing electrical issues, operating hand and power tools, completing field reports and maintenance logs, and ensuring safe, reliable operation of critical infrastructure. This position works closely with Bridge Mechanics, may oversee other employees, and requires operating CDL equipment while collaborating effectively with maintenance and operations teams.

Must Haves

• Michigan Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician License
• 4+ years of experience as an Electrician in electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Experience working with industrial, commercial, municipal, transportation, or other complex electrical systems
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills
• Experience performing preventative maintenance, inspections, and testing of electrical equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, at heights, over water, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to work significant overtime and on-call for emergency repairs
• Strong commitment to safety procedures and quality standards