Industrial Electrician - Battle Creek Area

Industrial Electrician | Battle Creek, MI

Salary Range: $57,000 - $89,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for electrical systems and keeping operations running safely? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Battle Creek seeking experienced Industrial Electricians to drive results.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Battle Creek region seeking Industrial Electricians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, equipment, and machinery.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical components, motors, and control panels.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical malfunctions in production machinery, PLCs, and power distribution systems.
• Interpret and work from electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Ensure strict adherence to all electrical safety codes, regulations (e.g., NFPA 70E), and company policies.
• Calibrate and test electrical instruments and control devices.
• Document all maintenance activities, repairs, and system modifications accurately.

Recommended Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent industrial certification.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLCs, motor controls, VFDs, and industrial instrumentation.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams.
• Thorough understanding of electrical safety protocols (e.g., LOTO) and relevant electrical codes.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs and root cause analysis for electrical faults.

Bonus Qualifications

• Robotics troubleshooting and maintenance experience
• Proficiency with advanced PLC programming, network configuration, or HMI/SCADA development
• Certified Thermographer or experience with other predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., vibration analysis)
• Instrumentation calibration and loop tuning experience

Job Titles That Should Apply

Industrial Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Technician, Automation Electrician, Control Systems Electrician, PLC Technician, Plant Electrician, Journeyman Electrician

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.