Electrician - Hiring Now Job at ZipRecruiter in Roanoke

Overview

General Motors has needs for qualified Industrial Electrician Journeypersons. Working under minimal supervision, the skilled trades Electrician Journeyperson is responsible for layout, installation, repair and preventative maintenance of complicated electrical equipment and circuits, troubleshooting and technical expertise on control systems.

Responsibilities

• Follow established safety procedures according to OSHA standards and company procedures
• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment
• Analyze and troubleshoot electrical malfunctions in equipment and related components, diagnosing and correcting the problems quickly to avoid production delays
• Perform electrical preventative and corrective maintenance on all plant equipment
• Promote teamwork and show a willingness to work with other departments
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Read and interpret drawings and wiring schematics
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• At least six (6) years of related experience as an Electrician or a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in the Electrical trade
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements which includes comprehensive assessments, drug testing, and a background check
• At least 18 years of age
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Must be willing to work flexible shift hours and day, afternoon, or night shift as well as overtime hours daily, weekends and holidays on those shifts with little notice
• GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY IF YOU NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP
• If you are a current GM employee operating under a collective bargaining agreement, please contact your local HR/LR for employee placement opportunities
• This position may be filled with a Journeyperson or Journeyperson In Training; compensation ranges for a JIT include $37.78-$44.08 or Journeyperson rate of $44.98. Certificates/credentials and interview scoring will determine status and pay

Physical Requirements

• Quick response to safety instructions, alarms, and signals are a must
• Ability to work and stand for extended periods
• Comfortably wear personal protective equipment
• Navigate a busy environment
• Bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach
• May need to lift or carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. depending on department
• Occasional sitting during certain tasks
• Drive mobile equipment when needed

General Motors UAW hourly employment offers a very competitive compensation and benefit package. An annual incentive payout is also available, as qualified. Relocation and travel expenses will be the responsibility of the applicant.

Note: Per the labor agreement between GM and the UAW, GM may share information and documentation relating to the credentials of applicants for this position with UAW personnel who have a need to know as part of their role on the UAW skilled trades team.

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