What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician Journeyman position at Amsted Automotive?
ABOUT THE ROLE
Amsted Automotive Group, Saginaw, MI, is seeking a Journeyman Electrician! We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician with strong troubleshooting skills to maintain and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in a manufacturing environment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical/electronic systems, including programmable and numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gauges, and test equipment.
- Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, and schematics to install, repair, calibrate, or replace electronic systems.
- Apply expertise in electrical and mechanical principles, statutory codes, and material properties.
- Work safely around high-voltage electricity while adhering to safety protocols.
- Install, troubleshoot, and maintain production machinery, performing both emergency repairs and routine preventive maintenance.
- Conduct facility maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry, and general building upkeep.
- Utilize various technical skills to diagnose, repair, and optimize equipment performance.
- Identify and communicate faulty processes or defective materials to operations management.
- Read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, and work orders to complete maintenance and repairs.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance following established schedules and procedures.
- Fabricate or repair parts as needed using tools and machines.
- Maintain compliance with safety regulations, including lockout/tagout procedures, while ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
- Complete documentation for work orders, maintenance records, and replacement part orders.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
- Completion of a formal apprenticeship or a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience (documentation required).
- Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Proficiency in precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
- Experience operating lathes, mills, grinding machinery, and machine tools.
- Ability to operate a forklift and scissor lift.
- High attention to detail and precision to ensure safety and prevent costly errors.
- Capability to provide and maintain a personal toolbox (tooling reimbursement available within annual limits).
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Incentive Bonus
- Medical, Vision, Dental
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401K
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Short-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health and Wellness Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition
- Discount Programs
WHAT ELSE YOU’LL NEED TO KNOW
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Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
- Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Safety glasses with side shields
- Earplugs
- Additional PPE for specific tasks
- Constant Activities (75-100% of the time):
- Standing
- Visually inspecting items in person, on screen, etc.
- Frequent Activities (50-75% of the time):
- Bending, twisting, walking
- Flexing and extending elbows and wrists
- Lifting or carrying items up to 30 lbs.
- Pushing or pulling items up to 50 lbs.
- Reaching to front and right side
- Working quickly and clearly communicating with others
- Occasional Activities (25-50% of the time):
- Kneeling, squatting, and climbing stairs, ladders, etc.
- Lifting and carrying 30-50 lbs.
- Reaching above shoulder, behind, and left
- Operating power tools
- Working on uneven ground or elevated surfaces
- Exposure to temperatures above 80°
- Rare Activities (0-25% of the time):
- Crawling and sitting
- Flexing and extending ankle
- Pushing and pulling over 50 lbs.
- Operating motorized equipment
- Working slowly
- Exposure to temperatures below 50°
