Industrial Electrician – St. Johns Area

The Pivot Group Careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an Industrial Electrician to support manufacturers in the St. Johns, MI area. The role involves diagnosing PLC and relay faults, testing circuits, and performing preventive maintenance to keep production lines running safely.

Ideal candidates have an electrical apprenticeship or technical training, experience in manufacturing, and the ability to read schematics. This on-site opportunity emphasizes reliability, safety, and working with varied electrical systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completed electrical apprenticeship or technical training.
• Experience as an industrial electrician in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with lockout tagout and NFPA 70E safety practices.
• Knowledge of AC and DC motor controls and variable frequency drives.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose PLC and relay logic faults during downtime events.
• Test circuits and equipment with multimeters and other instruments.
• Document repairs and maintenance work in the maintenance system.
• Follow lockout tagout and electrical safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems on production equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on motors, drives, and control panels.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Install and wire new equipment and electrical components.

Skills

AC/DC motor controls

Lockout/Tagout

NFPA 70E

Wiring diagrams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical apprenticeship or technical training

Tools

CMMS maintenance software

PLC programming

Three-phase power distribution

Job description

Job Description:

Industrial Electrician | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $54,000 - $86,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for electrical systems and keeping operations running safely? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the St. Johns area seeking experienced Industrial Electricians to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Industrial Electrician opportunities with manufacturers based in and around St. Johns in Clinton County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Owosso, Ithaca, Ovid, and Ashley.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the St. Johns area seeking Industrial Electricians who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Diagnose PLC and relay logic faults during downtime events.
• Test circuits and equipment with multimeters and other instruments.
• Document repairs and maintenance work in the maintenance system.
• Follow lockout tagout and electrical safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems on production equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on motors, drives, and control panels.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Install and wire new equipment and electrical components.

Recommended Qualifications

• Knowledge of AC and DC motor controls and variable frequency drives.
• Familiarity with lockout tagout and NFPA 70E safety practices.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completed electrical apprenticeship or technical training program.
• Experience as an industrial electrician in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Associate degree in electrical technology or related field.
• Familiarity with CMMS maintenance software.
• Journeyman electrician license.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with three-phase power distribution.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Maintenance Technician, Controls Technician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Journeyman Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Plant Electrician, Electrical Technician, Electrician Technician

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Safety Regulations Offers Access Support Manuals Codes Operations Preventive Maintenance Machinery Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Components Manufacturing Regulations Troubleshooting Preparation Maintenance Training

Salary Package:

$ 54,000.00 - 86,000.00 (US Dollar)