Journeyman Electrician

Daimler Trucks North America LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Certified Journeyman Electrician, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing electrical systems. This exciting position involves working with various electrical equipment, from power circuits to advanced machinery, ensuring everything runs smoothly. With a focus on diagnostics and preventative maintenance, you'll collaborate with production teams and management to drive success in a dynamic environment. Enjoy competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing. If you're ready to make a difference, this role is for you!

Benefits

Shift Premium for 2nd and 3rd shifts

401(k) with matching

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Avg 15 paid holidays per year

Qualifications

• Certified Journeyman Electrician with 8 years of experience or Journeyperson card.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment and machinery.
• Perform diagnostics and preventative maintenance on systems.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Diagnostics

Preventative Maintenance

Communication Skills

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Certified Journeyperson card

Tools

Conduit

Control Panels

Generators

Transformers

CNC Machining Centers

Job description

time left to apply End Date: June 30, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

job requisition id DT-13739

Inside the Role

Certified Journeyman Electrician - Installs, maintains, and repairs all electrical equipment and machinery, including power (less than 600v) and lighting systems. Electricians also perform diagnostics and preventative maintenance.

We Take Care of Our Team

This position offers:

• $38.20 per hour
• Shift Premium for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Avg 15 paid holidays per year

Benefits Include:

Eligibility for promotional opportunities to other production units or salary positions. 401(k) with matching, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Installation includes conduit, control panels, machine tools, generators, transformers, motors, battery chargers, fire watch cables, and control panels. (This does not include proprietary systems or equipment)
• General facility electrical maintenance includes testing and repair of lighting and power circuits, cranes and hoists, limit and proximity switches, outside lighting, gate barriers, bear claws, and LAN cables.
• General machine electrical maintenance of production equipment as well as welders, heating, electro-magnetic, lathes, mills, grinders, CNC machining centers, gantries, and battery chargers. (This does not include UPS or power backup for Information Technology systems)
• Fabrication of brackets, supports, and hangers associated with electrical equipment or system installation.
• Responsible for electrical servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of test stand and furnace systems and circuitry.
• Responsible for all electrical components and systems on engine carriers.
• Recovery movement and adjustment associated with gantry failures and cat tracks.
• Responsible for installation and maintenance of all production equipment cameras.
• Responsible for the HMI screening.

Minimum Requirements

• GED or High School Diploma is required.
• Certified Journeyperson card holder or ability to document 8 years of experience.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. at the time of application.
• Final candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Ability to work effectively with production teams, engineering, service technicians, and management staff.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s): Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders.
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions.
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. CHANGE THE WORLD.

Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries, and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT, and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.

YOU MAKE US - YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

People are what makes us - everyone makes the difference at Daimler Truck. As one global team, we drive success: from conventional powertrains to the future of sustainable transportation. We build to solve. Constantly pursuing our goals. Our culture. Our daily life.

It’s your impact that makes the difference. Only together, will we achieve more sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and financial solutions. All essential to fulfill our purpose for all who keep the world moving. That’s why we rely on each other. We start with listening to your insights, thoughts, and ideas.

Let’s unleash our collective potential to build our future, progress together, and lead with the long view. Because everything you do has an impact. It matters. This is what we call impact culture.