What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician position at Spencer Ogden?
Journeyman Electrician (Power Generation) – Northern Michigan
6-month contract | Potential to go permanent | On-site
Spencer Ogden is supporting a leading renewable power generation facility in Northern Michigan that is looking to bring on a Journeyman Electrician to strengthen their on-site electrical & I&C team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced industrial electrician who wants long-term stability, hands-on field work, and a chance to support a critical power asset in the region.
What You’ll Do
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and control systems across the facility
- Perform preventative maintenance on motors, switchgear, breakers, conduits, and high-voltage systems (277V, 480V, 4160V)
- Support emissions equipment, stack gas testing, and plant instrumentation
- Assist during plant upsets/trips and read/interpret complex electrical and logic diagrams
- Calibrate and repair instrumentation, emission monitoring equipment, and PLC-related components
- Maintain accurate documentation of electrical modifications and work performed
- Ensure safe work practices including LOTO, job planning, and adherence to site safety standards
- Work both independently and with a small team; oversee contractors during seasonal outages
What We’re Looking For
- Journeyman Electrician or equivalent experience in industrial/power environments
- 4 years of electrical experience, ideally within a power plant, biomass, industrial, or utility setting
- Strong high-voltage experience (277V, 480V, 4160V)
- Knowledge of instrumentation & controls, emissions systems, PLC basics, and rotating equipment
- Ability to read/interpret electrical, electronic, and logic diagrams
- Experience with Megger testing, motor wiring, and preventative maintenance programs
- LOTO experience required
- Strong communication skills and ability to work safely with limited supervision
- Active state journeyman license preferred (Michigan or transferable)
Schedule & Details
- On-site role with in-person interviews and facility tour
- Local candidates strongly preferred (no per diem offered)
- Open to candidates relocating quickly
- Interviews in December with a target start date of February 1st
- Non-union facility with a small, tight-knit team
Salary : $40 - $45
