Electrician Jobs in Michigan

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Michigan Electrician Market Overview

Michigan's automotive industry and growing tech sector create excellent electrical career opportunities. From Detroit's manufacturing revival to Grand Rapids' furniture industry, the Great Lakes State offers electrical professionals diverse work with competitive wages and strong union representation.

Michigan's automotive industry remains the backbone of electrical opportunities with Ford's headquarters in Dearborn, GM's Renaissance Center, and Stellantis operations throughout the state. These facilities require electrical professionals for everything from assembly line automation to electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

Highest-Paying Michigan Cities for Electricians

Ann Arbor

$35-48/hr
University • Research • Healthcare

Grand Rapids

$32-45/hr
Manufacturing • Healthcare • Furniture

Detroit Metro

$32-48/hr
Automotive • Industrial

Kalamazoo

$30-42/hr
Pharmaceuticals • Universities

Lansing

$30-40/hr
Government • MSU • Manufacturing

Upper Peninsula

$35-50/hr
Mining • Forestry • Remote sites

Michigan's Biggest Electrical Employers

University Systems

University of Michigan, Michigan State, Western Michigan

500+ electricians
$30-45/hour
Location: Statewide • Campus infrastructure • Research facilities • Laboratories

Healthcare Systems

Spectrum Health, Beaumont, Henry Ford Health

450+ electricians
$32-46/hour
Location: Grand Rapids, Detroit, statewide • Medical electrical • Critical systems

Automotive Manufacturers

Ford, GM, Stellantis assembly plants

400+ electricians
$32-48/hour
Location: Southeast Michigan • Automotive electrical • Robotics maintenance

Utilities & Energy

DTE Energy, Consumers Energy, wind farms

350+ electricians
$35-50/hour
Location: Statewide • Power generation • Transmission lines • Wind turbines

Manufacturing & Processing

Pfizer, Dow Chemical, furniture makers, food processing

300+ electricians
$28-42/hour
Location: Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, statewide • Process electrical • Industrial controls

Industries Hiring Electricians in Michigan

Education & Research

Universities: $30-45/hour statewide
• Campus electrical infrastructure
• Research laboratory systems
• Student housing maintenance

Healthcare & Medical

Hospital Systems: $32-46/hour
• Medical equipment electrical
• Critical life support systems
• Emergency backup power

Utilities & Energy

Power Companies: $35-50/hour
• Transmission line maintenance
• Wind farm installation/service
• Power plant operations

Manufacturing Diversity

Multi-Industry: $28-48/hour
• Automotive (southeast)
• Pharmaceuticals (Kalamazoo)
• Furniture/appliances (Grand Rapids)
• Mining/forestry (Upper Peninsula)

Michigan Electrical Licensing

Journeyman Electrician

• 8,000 hours (4 years experience)
• State exam: NEC + Michigan Electrical Code
• Fees: $165 total ($90 app + $75 exam)
• License valid for 3 years

Master Electrician

• 4 years journeyman experience
• Master exam + business law
• Can supervise and pull permits
• Required for electrical contracting

High-Value Specializations

Medical Electrical: Healthcare systems statewide
Industrial Controls: Manufacturing automation
Power Systems: Utilities and wind farms
Research Labs: University facilities
Authority: Michigan LARA • (517) 241-9288

Career Progression

Apprentice$18-26/hr
Journeyman$28-42/hr
Specialized Electrician$32-50/hr
Master/Supervisor$40-60/hr

Best Times to Apply

Spring: Construction season begins
Summer: Campus maintenance projects
Fall: Healthcare facility upgrades
Year-round: Utilities and universities
Pro tip: Medical and power systems experience opens premium opportunities

Cost of Living vs Electrician Pay

Ann Arbor

$35-48/hr
Home: $350k • Rent: $1,400

Grand Rapids

$32-45/hr
Home: $220k • Rent: $1,200

Lansing

$30-40/hr
Home: $150k • Rent: $900
Michigan offers exceptional value for electricians - Strong wages across diverse industries with affordable housing costs. The state's varied economy creates opportunities statewide.

Ready for Michigan Electrical Work?

Michigan offers diverse electrical opportunities across healthcare, education, manufacturing, and energy sectors. From university research facilities to wind farms, healthcare systems to automotive plants, the state provides steady employment with competitive wages for skilled electricians in every region.

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