Role Description

Electrical Journeyperson - Factory Zero

General Motors

WorkplaceOn-site

SenioritySenior

Salary$37.78–$44.98/hr

LocationDetroit, Michigan, United States of America

Posted8/24/2026

operations

Job Description

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 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 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.

Please 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 (e.g., resumes, journeyperson cards, interview notes, certificates, etc.) with UAW personnel who have a need to know as part of their role on the UAW skilled trades team.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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Electrical Journeyperson - Factory Zero

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