Industrial Controls Electrician (Journeyperson) – Lockport

Step into a day on our plant floor

You arrive on shift and scan the production dashboard. A conveyor sensor is flagging intermittent faults. You pull the latest schematics, isolate the circuit, and trace the issue to a misaligned proximity switch. A quick adjustment, a verification on the HMI, and production is humming again. Next up: scheduled preventive maintenance on a high-voltage distribution panel and a collaborative walk-through with production to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

What you will own

• Apply and champion OSHA and GM safety procedures in every task.
• Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical equipment, controls, and circuits.
• Rapidly diagnose and resolve equipment and component malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance across all plant systems.
• Interpret electrical drawings and wiring schematics with precision.
• Participate in cross-functional problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Model strong analytical and troubleshooting skills on control systems.

Qualifications to thrive

• Six (6) years relevant electrician experience or a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in the Electrical trade.
• At least 18 years old.
• Willing to work flexibly across day, afternoon, or night shifts; able to support overtime on short notice including weekends and holidays.
• Strong collaboration mindset and readiness to partner with multiple departments.
• Comfort reading complex schematics and working with industrial control systems.
• Current GM employees under a collective bargaining agreement: please connect with your local HR/LR for placement options.
• This position may be filled as Journeyperson in Training (JIT) or Journeyperson. JIT compensation range: $36.68–$42.80; Journeyperson rate: $43.67. Status and pay are determined by credentials/credentials review and interview performance.

Physical expectations

• Respond quickly to safety directions, alarms, and signals.
• Stand for extended periods and navigate busy production areas.
• Wear assigned PPE comfortably and consistently.
• Bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach as tasks require; lift/carry up to 50 lbs. depending on department.
• Operate mobile equipment when needed; some tasks may involve periods of sitting.

Work setting, pay, and mobility

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

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.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Skills that set you apart

• Industrial electrical systems and power distribution
• Electrical/electronic systems diagnostics
• Installation and commissioning of electrical equipment
• Advanced troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems (including heavy equipment)

About GM

We are driving toward Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion—and we embrace our responsibility to lead the transformation that makes the world safer, cleaner, and more equitable.

Why you’ll love working here

Every day, individually and together, we choose to create meaningful impact through our actions and culture. We want every teammate to feel they belong on one GM team.

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Important eligibility and compliance

• Eligible to work in the United States
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements which includes **comprehensive assessments, drug testing, and a background check **
• 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.).

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.)

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.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

Accommodations

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