Journeyperson Electrician

Washtenaw Community College,; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4:1 Employer Retirement Match

Paid Time Off + 12 Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Washtenaw Community College seeks a skilled electrician to perform installations, maintenance, and repairs within the Facilities department. You will ensure code-compliant wiring, prepare drawings, and manage equipment inventories while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires a Michigan Journeyman license, 5–7 years’ experience, and the ability to work on campus with some travel between buildings. AI-enabled tools will support daily tasks and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 5–7 years’ experience as a licensed journeyman electrician.
• Blueprint reading proficiency.
• Ability to travel between buildings and floors.
• Valid Journey Person’s license per MI act and apprenticeship.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to climb a 20 ft ladder.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients and coworkers.
• Proficiency with AI-supported tools for the role.

Responsibilities

• Perform new or modified installations to minimize waste and ensure safety.
• Prepare sketches or follow diagrams for wiring and conduit installation.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance for electrical equipment.
• Test circuit continuity for safety and compatibility.
• Order and maintain electrical supplies and inventory.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools to support job functions while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Wiring installation

Blueprint reading

Electrical safety

AI tools familiarity

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman electrician license (Michigan)

Tools

AI-enabled tools

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.

Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$42.05

Position Type:

Staff Position (Full Time/Part Time)

Position Is:

Regular full-time

Department/Ofc.:

Facilities

Why Join WCC?

• An inclusive, welcoming environment for our students, faculty & staff
• Generous Paid Time Off on top of 12 Paid Holidays
• 4:1 Employer Match for Retirement
• Tuition reimbursement for colleges outside WCC

Essential Duties include:

• Perform new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring consistent with specifications of state and local electrical codes.
• Prepare sketches showing location of wiring and equipment, or follows diagrams or electrical drawings, ensuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings, and flooring. Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit; and pulls wiring through conduit.
• Prepare estimates for supplies and materials related to instructional equipment and devices and other departmental equipment purchases.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance program for all electrical equipment and devices including transformers and switchgears.
• Splice wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads, twisting or soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.
• Connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment.
• Install control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, contactors, and circuit- breaker panels. Connects power cables to equipment, such as electric devices and motors, and installs grounding leads.
• Test continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components with testing instruments such as ohmmeter and other testing equipment as needed.
• Observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.
• Repair and maintain faulty electrical equipment or systems. Responsible for the installation of new and replacement electrical equipment.
• Provide complete electrical installations for minor construction and renovation projects.
• Responsible for ordering and maintaining all electrical supplies and equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory of all electrical supplies and equipment.
• Utilize artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled tools and software, to support job‑related functions and improve efficiency, accuracy, communication, documentation, planning, training, troubleshooting, reporting, work management, and other operational responsibilities, while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with institutional policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Regular attendance on campus is required for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hours/Schedule:

• This position will work 40 hours per week. Schedule dependent on college need, so must have the ability to accept temporary schedule changes with minimum notice.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Five (5) to seven (7) demonstrated years’ experience as a licensed journey person electrician.
• Demonstrated writing and reading skills; including blueprint reading.
• Minimal ability to use a micro-computer and knowledge of basic spreadsheets, databases, and word processing application software.
• Ability to travel from building to building and floor to floor in multiple level buildings and concealed spaces.
• Possess and maintain a valid Journey Person’s license pursuant to the Michigan Electrical Administration Act of 1956 as amended. Satisfactory completion of an approved electrician’s apprenticeship program such as the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, or approved equal.
• Possess and maintain a valid Michigan Driver’s License.
• Ability to work in inclement weather as needed.
• Ability to distinguish colors within the visible light spectrum.
• Ability to climb a ladder to a minimum height of 20 feet.
• Ability to lift objects up to 60 pounds in weight, unassisted, to a height of at least three feet above floor level.
• Demonstrated ability to use standard workplace technology and emerging AI-supported tools relevant to the position. Ability to evaluate AI-generated information for accuracy and appropriateness, maintain confidentiality of institutional information, and exercise sound judgment and ethical practices when using AI technologies in support of work‑related responsibilities.
• We expect employees while working to interact with clients, co-workers, and management in a positive, supportive, and cooperative way.
• May be required to operate a vehicle for approved College business. Must possess a valid driver’s license appropriate for the vehicle operated, meet the College’s Authorized Driver requirements, successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Record review, and comply with all College vehicle use and safety policies.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have at least five (5) to seven (7) demonstrated years’ experience as a licensed journey person electrician?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to possess and maintain a valid Journey Person’s license pursuant to the Michigan Electrical Administration Act of 1956 as amended, satisfactory completion of an approved electrician’s apprenticeship program such as the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, or approved equal?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you meet all other minimum qualifications?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please provide your availability, including evenings and weekends.

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Driver's License
• Journeyman License

Optional Documents

• Certificate
• Other Documents

Washtenaw Community College does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as provided for and to the extent required by federal and state statutes. Nor does the college discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.