Industrial Electrician in Kentwood, Michigan at Serve Electric

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN: APPRENTICE LEVEL 2-4 (2000+ HOURS)

ABOUT THIS ROLE

If you're a Level 2-4 apprentice who's been putting in real industrial hours and is ready for more responsibility, this is the role where you grow into a Journeyman.

Industrial experience is strongly preferred for this role. While residential and commercial electrical experience can provide a foundation, it does not fully translate to the demands of this position. We are seeking electricians with proven industrial experience-specifically in troubleshooting, large conduit and wire pulls, motor controls, 480V systems, transformers and working within industrial environments who can contribute effectively from day one.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Pay based on your experience and level, with a clear path upward
• Full Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and HSA
• Company Vehicle + Gas Card: travel is part of the job; we cover how you get there
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with matching
• Safety-First Culture: Safety Equipment & Uniforms Provided
• Real Growth Paths: this role is designed to grow with you. Journeyman → Project Manager → Branch Manager
• In-House Apprenticeship Program: structured development to advance your career and licensure

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Directing and managing electrical work on industrial job sites
• Training and mentoring newer team members and apprentices
• Inspecting installations to ensure quality and code compliance
• Upholding and enforcing job site safety standards (PPE, OSHA, NEC)
• Troubleshooting electrical issues from start to finish, often without complete schematics or full operator information
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, rough sketches, plans, and specifications
• Wiring 120V, 480V, and low voltage systems
• Working with lighting, transformers, motor controls, and switchboards
• Measuring, threading, bending, and running EMT and rigid conduit (½" – 4")
• Sizing feeders and managing tooling requirements per job
• Communicating clearly with customers, the service manager, and the team
• Organizing and planning projects of varying scale
• Attending job site meetings and contributing to project coordination
• Conducting employee evaluations (Journeyman-level candidates)

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

• Level 2, 3 or 4 Apprentice with a minimum of 1 year of industrial electrical experience
  
• Demonstrated hands-on industrial electrical experience (verifiable, not just listed as a skill)
• Ability to troubleshoot from start to finish without relying on schematics or complete customer information
• Proficient with 120V, 480V, and low voltage systems
• Working knowledge of motor controls, transformers, lighting, and switchboards
• Experience with feeder sizing requirements
• Ability to measure, thread, bend, and run EMT and rigid conduit up to 4"
• Strong working knowledge of NEC code
• Ability to interpret blueprints, plans, drawings, and rough sketches
• Comfortable working with minimal supervision
• Capable of training less experienced electricians
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and ERP systems
• Willing and able to travel to job sites
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid driver's license

READY TO GROW WITH US?

If you're an industrial electrician working towards your Journeyman License who's ready to be part of a team that takes the craft seriously and rewards people who do the same, we want to hear from you!