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What they do
An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$64,390 / year median in Michigan
-5% projected decline
Job Description
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Responsibilities:
Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in accordance with NEC guidelines Work with minimal supervision while providing guidance to Apprentices Cut, bend, and install conduit Utilize standard electrical testing equipment Troubleshoot electrical issues Collaborate with and assist other trades departments as needed Apply knowledge of policies and procedure followed within the Electrical Division and company Run any size project from start to finish Train apprentices and journeyman electricians Plan new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes Adhere to company safety standards and proceduresRequirements:
Journeyman or Master Electrician license is required Minimum of 5 years' experience in an industrial electrical role Able to read blueprints and schematics proficiently to determine the scope of work locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required Understands various aspects of an industrial facility including structural, electrical, plumbing systems, etc. Ability to demonstrate strong knowledge of electrical code and apply it daily while on the job Communicate professionally with customers, project managers, and estimators Strong understanding of turn-key industrial process Troubleshoot Equipment Control Systems Troubleshoot Electrical Power Systems Blueprint reading Electrical panel installation Knowledge and application of National Electric Code Transformer installation Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codesPreferred Requirements:
Job layout Disconnect and Reconnect Manufactured Equipment, Presses, Weld Cells Install Specialty Systems, Hazardous, Medium Voltage, Building Control Transformers Medium Voltage Medium Voltage Terminations Motor controls Equipment and tool experience: Aerial- lift Operation
- Boom & Scissor Lift Forklift Operation
- Material Handling up to 5000# Telehandler Chauffeur LIC/Med DOT Physical Trailer Loading and Securing of Material Meter usage
Meggers Rigging Requirements:
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials. Use & recognize limitations of chains, synthetic, metal mesh and wire rope sling Use & recognize rigging hardware including hooks, shackles, wire rope clips, clamps, eye bolts, softeners and tag lines Identifies common load configurations & positioning Calculate load weights Rigger 2 training- trains on above