Talascend is currently seeking an Electrician for a contract opportunity with our client in Pontiac, Michigan.
Overview
This union position supports advanced manufacturing operations in Pontiac, MI, focusing on maintaining critical process equipment, building automation systems, and electrical infrastructure in a dynamic industrial environment.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair manufacturing process equipment including tank farms, dispensing systems, compressed gas storage, thermal oxidizers, and clean room mechanical systems
- Perform electrical maintenance on normal power systems, emergency power systems, UPS systems, pumps, motors, and speed/feed systems; troubleshoot controller programs (Allen-Bradley, Fanuc, Siemens)
- Service building automation systems, calibrate natural gas and water meters, and support HVAC and mechanical systems
- Complete safety preventive maintenance tasks, help desk work orders within 24-hour timeframes, and environmental PM reporting
- Manage spare parts inventories for critical equipment and maintain general housekeeping in common work areas
- Utilize pre-task planning methods, ensure safety training compliance, and participate in safety concern processes
Qualifications
- Journeyman Electrician certification or valid State of Michigan Electrician card (non-negotiable)
- Experience with pumps, motors, and speed/feed systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented approach
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Current forklift and aerial lift operator's license or ability to obtain
- Commitment to attending scheduled training and maintaining IPMP compliance requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Ten or more years of facility maintenance experience in manufacturing environments
- Knowledge of MAXIMO or similar computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
- Experience with controller programs including Allen-Bradley, Fanuc, and Siemens
- Familiarity with Class 7 clean room environments and compressed gas systems
- Background in building automation systems, UPS systems, and emergency power operations
- Previous union environment experience
- Associate degree in Electrical Technology or related field
This position is on 3rd shift (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM), with initial training during 1st shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM).
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.