Electrician - General Dynamics : Job Details

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Position Title: Electrician

Location: Lima, OH, United States

Category: Manufacturing Operations

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: OH

City: Lima

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Secret

Career Level: Senior

Requisition ID: 14445432

Date Posted: Nov 11, 2024

Description: In this UAW-represented Skilled Trades position, the successful candidate will layout, install, maintain and repair of electrical equipment and power and lighting systems in the plant including motors, generators, transformers, controls and mechanisms, timing devices, switches, cables and conduits, communicating, recording and alarm systems

Use various types of testing equipment to locate and correct trouble

Work on energized circuits when required

May be required to work on high voltage equipment

May make functional tests to determine that the electricity powered or electrically controlled machines or equipment operate properly after installation or repair

Determine horsepower requirements, line loads, material requirements, etc.

May be assigned to specialized work within the classification

May be assisted by Helper

Position Requirements:

Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be Journeyman Electrician or able to provide documentation to support 8 years' of experience in the Electrical trade

Must be U. S. Citizen

Must be able to obtain / maintain a security clearance

Must be able to successfully, complete the pre-employment process including medical exam, drug screen, and background check

Must obtain Department of Army Police unescorted access

Must have ability to read and work from blueprints

Must be able to successfully complete the pre-employment process including drug screen and background check

Must have valid state-issued driver's license in order to obtain license for in-plant equipment

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ( GDLS ) provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-###-#### or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

In this UAW-represented Skilled Trades position, the successful candidate will layout, install, maintain and repair of electrical equipment and power and lighting systems in the plant including motors, generators, transformers, controls and mechanisms, timing devices, switches, cables and conduits, communicating, recording and alarm systems

Use various types of testing equipment to locate and correct trouble

Work on energized circuits when required

May be required to work on high voltage equipment

May make functional tests to determine that the electricity powered or electrically controlled machines or equipment operate properly after installation or repair

Determine horsepower requirements, line loads, material requirements, etc.

May be assigned to specialized work within the classification

May be assisted by Helper

Position Requirements:

Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be Journeyman Electrician or able to provide documentation to support 8 years' of experience in the Electrical trade

Must be U. S. Citizen

Must be able to obtain / maintain a security clearance

Must be able to successfully, complete the pre-employment process including medical exam, drug screen, and background check

Must obtain Department of Army Police unescorted access

Must have ability to read and work from blueprints

Must be able to successfully complete the pre-employment process including drug screen and background check

Must have valid state-issued driver's license in order to obtain license for in-plant equipment

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ( GDLS ) provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-###-#### or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.