Journeyman Electrician
GTI Fabrication, Buffalo, NY, United States
Job Title
Journeyman Electrician | Electrician | Industrial Electrician
Location
Buffalo, NY
Department
Electrical
Employment Type
Full-Time | Contract Options Available
Compensation & Hiring Options
Base Pay: $50.00 – $55.00 per hour based on experience
Retention Bonus
$2,000 retention bonus paid during first year of employment
$500 at 30 days
$500 at 90 days
$1,000 at 1 year
Local Hire – Within 50 Miles of Buffalo
Full-time permanent position
Consistent schedule
Long‑term career path with GTI
Relocation Hire – 50+ Miles from Buffalo
$5,000 relocation bonus
Full-time permanent role
Same hourly rate and retention bonus as local hires
Travel / Contract Hire – 60+ Miles from Buffalo
$135 per day per diem paid in addition to hourly pay
Work 6 x 10‑hour shifts and receive pay equivalent of 70 hours for 60 hours worked
Long‑term contract with steady hours
Indoor plant environment with no weather delays or changing job sites
Company Overview
GTI Fabrication designs, engineers, and manufactures complex modular systems supporting modular data center infrastructure, power systems, integrated enclosures, and mission‑critical industrial products. Our Buffalo facility is helping build the infrastructure powering the AI and high‑performance compute expansion happening right now.
Operating in a fast‑paced contract manufacturing and industrial manufacturing environment, GTI combines fabrication, welding, assembly, electrical integration, and system‑level build execution to deliver products for leading operators scaling compute capacity across North America.
Position Overview
GTI Fabrication is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems supporting production of modular data center units, power distribution systems, and integrated electrical infrastructure.
The Journeyman Electrician will support production equipment, electrical integration areas, plant systems, and manufacturing operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient execution. This is an opportunity for electricians looking for stable indoor work, long‑term earning potential, and the chance to build real products in a growing manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Installation & Production Support
Install wiring, lighting, panels, breakers, conduit, disconnects, and control systems
Support electrical integration of modular data center systems and power distribution equipment
Maintain reliable plant electrical systems supporting production operations
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration on equipment as required
Troubleshooting & Repair
Inspect, test, diagnose, and repair electrical issues to minimize production downtime
Respond quickly to equipment failures impacting schedules or output
Verify functionality of repaired systems through testing and validation
Blueprint Reading & Standards Compliance
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, one‑lines, panel layouts, and diagrams
Perform work in accordance with NEC, OSHA, and GTI quality and safety standards
Support lockout/tagout and safe energized work practices where permitted
Documentation & Inventory Support
Complete repair records, PM documentation, and service logs
Maintain accurate records of work performed and system performance
Support inventory readiness of tools, supplies, and replacement parts
Continuous Improvement & Teamwork
Support reliability improvements, Root Cause Analysis, and uptime initiatives
Participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Continuous Improvement efforts
Work closely with production teams, supervisors, and engineering personnel
Required Qualifications
3–5 years of experience as an Electrician, Industrial Electrician, or Journeyman Electrician
Strong blueprint, schematic, and one‑line reading skills
Working knowledge of electrical theory, controls, motors, and industrial equipment
Ability to troubleshoot and repair systems in a fast‑paced industrial environment
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform bending, climbing, squatting, reaching, and kneeling
Preferred Qualifications
Journeyman Electrician license
Completion of apprenticeship, technical school, or trade program
Experience in industrial manufacturing, modular manufacturing, or contract manufacturing environments
PLC troubleshooting or controls experience
Experience supporting modular data center infrastructure or power systems
Willingness to work overtime as needed
Why GTI Fabrication
Indoor plant environment with no weather delays or field‑site instability
Repeatable builds where electricians learn the product and improve efficiency over time
Real infrastructure products shipping to real customers solving compute and power demand challenges
High‑growth company with facilities in Buffalo and Phoenix and expansion opportunities ahead
Strong earnings potential, stable hours, and advancement opportunities
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Journeyman Electrician | Electrician | Industrial Electrician
Location
Buffalo, NY
Department
Electrical
Employment Type
Full-Time | Contract Options Available
Compensation & Hiring Options
Base Pay: $50.00 – $55.00 per hour based on experience
Retention Bonus
$2,000 retention bonus paid during first year of employment
$500 at 30 days
$500 at 90 days
$1,000 at 1 year
Local Hire – Within 50 Miles of Buffalo
Full-time permanent position
Consistent schedule
Long‑term career path with GTI
Relocation Hire – 50+ Miles from Buffalo
$5,000 relocation bonus
Full-time permanent role
Same hourly rate and retention bonus as local hires
Travel / Contract Hire – 60+ Miles from Buffalo
$135 per day per diem paid in addition to hourly pay
Work 6 x 10‑hour shifts and receive pay equivalent of 70 hours for 60 hours worked
Long‑term contract with steady hours
Indoor plant environment with no weather delays or changing job sites
Company Overview
GTI Fabrication designs, engineers, and manufactures complex modular systems supporting modular data center infrastructure, power systems, integrated enclosures, and mission‑critical industrial products. Our Buffalo facility is helping build the infrastructure powering the AI and high‑performance compute expansion happening right now.
Operating in a fast‑paced contract manufacturing and industrial manufacturing environment, GTI combines fabrication, welding, assembly, electrical integration, and system‑level build execution to deliver products for leading operators scaling compute capacity across North America.
Position Overview
GTI Fabrication is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems supporting production of modular data center units, power distribution systems, and integrated electrical infrastructure.
The Journeyman Electrician will support production equipment, electrical integration areas, plant systems, and manufacturing operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient execution. This is an opportunity for electricians looking for stable indoor work, long‑term earning potential, and the chance to build real products in a growing manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Installation & Production Support
Install wiring, lighting, panels, breakers, conduit, disconnects, and control systems
Support electrical integration of modular data center systems and power distribution equipment
Maintain reliable plant electrical systems supporting production operations
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration on equipment as required
Troubleshooting & Repair
Inspect, test, diagnose, and repair electrical issues to minimize production downtime
Respond quickly to equipment failures impacting schedules or output
Verify functionality of repaired systems through testing and validation
Blueprint Reading & Standards Compliance
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, one‑lines, panel layouts, and diagrams
Perform work in accordance with NEC, OSHA, and GTI quality and safety standards
Support lockout/tagout and safe energized work practices where permitted
Documentation & Inventory Support
Complete repair records, PM documentation, and service logs
Maintain accurate records of work performed and system performance
Support inventory readiness of tools, supplies, and replacement parts
Continuous Improvement & Teamwork
Support reliability improvements, Root Cause Analysis, and uptime initiatives
Participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Continuous Improvement efforts
Work closely with production teams, supervisors, and engineering personnel
Required Qualifications
3–5 years of experience as an Electrician, Industrial Electrician, or Journeyman Electrician
Strong blueprint, schematic, and one‑line reading skills
Working knowledge of electrical theory, controls, motors, and industrial equipment
Ability to troubleshoot and repair systems in a fast‑paced industrial environment
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform bending, climbing, squatting, reaching, and kneeling
Preferred Qualifications
Journeyman Electrician license
Completion of apprenticeship, technical school, or trade program
Experience in industrial manufacturing, modular manufacturing, or contract manufacturing environments
PLC troubleshooting or controls experience
Experience supporting modular data center infrastructure or power systems
Willingness to work overtime as needed
Why GTI Fabrication
Indoor plant environment with no weather delays or field‑site instability
Repeatable builds where electricians learn the product and improve efficiency over time
Real infrastructure products shipping to real customers solving compute and power demand challenges
High‑growth company with facilities in Buffalo and Phoenix and expansion opportunities ahead
Strong earnings potential, stable hours, and advancement opportunities
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