About this opportunity

General Motors lists this Electrician Journeyperson - Wentzville Assembly opportunity in wentzville, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Industrial Electrician Journeyperson

The Role

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.

Primary 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

Interested individuals must meet the following minimum 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 include 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 FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU NEED OR WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP TO WORK OR TO REMAIN EMPLOYED AT GM (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.)

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, the compensation ranges for a JIT include ($37.78 - $44.08) or Journeyperson rate of $44.98. Certificates/credentials and scoring in interview will determine your 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.