Electrician Journeyman

American Axle- Electricians 2nd and 3rd shift    

Job Description Summary

Seeking an experienced industrial electrician with 3-phase 480V and industrial troubleshooting experience to assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus and fixtures, using hand, power and precision measuring tools. The electrician diagnoses malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. The electrician is responsible for the connection of wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. Responsible for observing and following all safety regulations and required PPE.

Job Description

• Ability to assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus and fixtures.
• Maintain electrical equipment to meet regulatory codes at the country, state and federal levels.
• Perform rigging activities, safety related functions and other miscellaneous electrical functions.
• Demonstrate safe and proficient use of shop tools (both hand and power).
• Demonstrate mechanical knowledge.
• Competent with programming VFD’s.
• Must possess demonstrated ability to safely utilize a forklift and manlift.
• Knowledge to and ability to troubleshoot PLC’s.
• Must be physically capable of performing work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Proficient in testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Perform duties in a work environment that will be hot, cold, dirty and fast paced.
• Self-starter yet able to take orders as directed.
• Must have good communication skills and be able to interface with machine operators and set up personnel to troubleshoot equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Four-year journeyperson electrical card or 8 years documented on company letterhead relevant job experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a certified journeyperson’s card (or similar contractual Journeyperson status) or documentation of eight years minimum of experience in specific trade from previous employers on company letterhead.
• Available to work overtime and flexible schedule as required within union facility agreement.
• Available to work any shift as required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical including drug testing.