Journeyman / Apprentice Electrician, •2 YRS EXPERIENCE •

Michigan Power Systems; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Power Systems seeks a dedicated Journeyman Electrician to join their team. The role involves leading installations across commercial and light-industrial properties, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards. Candidates should possess a valid license and be motivated to work both independently and as part of a team. Opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment await the right individual.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years commercial experience preferred.
• Requires valid Journeyman's License or an apprentice card for the designated duration.
• Experience with underground electrical installations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist in planning installations and managing crew.
• Install and connect various electrical components and systems.
• Perform electrical function checks and troubleshoot medium voltage systems.

Skills

Problem Solving

Self-Motivation

Teamwork

Independent Work

Hardworking

Education

Journeyman's License

Apprentice Card

Tools

Electrical conduit

Cable tray

Heavy-duty machinery

Job description

Michigan Power Systems is urgently looking for a full-time Journeyman Electrician. If you are looking to advance your career and have a constant flow of work this is the place to be. 2+ years of commercial experience is required. Must hold a valid Journeyman's License for a minimum of 2 years, or an apprentice card for a minimum of 4 years.

We're looking for long-term, lifetime, employees who like to work independently, but are also team-players; self-motivated, hardworking, goal-oriented with problem solving abilities. As an Electrician at MPS, you will utilize your skillset working alongside a dedicated team installing service for a wide variety of commercial and light-industrial properties. If you're looking for a position within a company that invests in their workforce, Michigan Power Systems is the place for you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead & Assist planning new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes
• Lead & Setup job sites : direct and oversee a crew of 2-3, load / unload materials, compile material lists from blueprints / schematics, log daily progress
• Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit / cable tray. Pulls wiring through conduit or lays cable in cable tray
• Connects wiring to switch gears, junction boxes, lighting fixtures and equipment. Installs area lighting, ballast, transformer maintenance
• Lead & Assist with medium voltage troubleshooting and repairing motor controls
• Installs control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels. Performs instrument installations
• Connects power cables to equipment, such as electric motors, and installs grounding leads
• Observes functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement
• Lead & Assist in performing electrical function checks
• Tools used include rulers, hand tools, hack saws, pipe threaders, conduit benders, ladders, etc
• Maintains tools and equipment and keeps supplies and parts
• Disassembles defective electrical equipment such as motors, switch gears and circuit breakers. Loads transports and unloads materials, tools, equipment and supplies
• Lead & Assist in lifting, positioning and fastening objects such as wiring, conduit, cable trays and motors
• Clerical / Administrative duties related to task or project documentation
• Lead & Assists in performing motor control center buss connections, splice installations, stress cones, and fiber optic cables
• Installs tubing runs as needed. Performs electric / steam trace systems
• Attend safety training as directed
• Must comply with all safety and company rules and regulations
• Employee must be able to travel to and from the jobsite via personal vehicle or other public form of transportation

Prefer candidates experienced with underground electrical installations and operating heavy-duty machinery : backhoe, skid steer, excavator and other equipment. Must be able to travel within the Metro Detroit area.