Find Jobs for Military Veterans in Michigan
Michigan Job Search for Transitioning and Former JMOs, NCOs, and Enlisted Technicians
Michigan holds the distinction of having beautiful natural landscapes, and has more freshwater shoreline than any other state in the nation, and Michigan will be the best place to live in America by the end of the century, according to Popular Science magazine. About 7.5% of Michigan adults are military veterans.
The Top Industries for Veterans in Michigan
Michigan has a diverse economy, but it is widely known as the center of the U.S. automotive industry. It is home to the country's three major automobile companies.
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JOB LISTINGS
Field Service Engineer
Job Ref: # EB-9472516550
Date Posted: 5/27/2025 4:12:16 PM
City, State: Sterling Heights, MI
Category: Manufacturing
Salary: $35
- $45
Job Description
Position Title: Field Service Engineer
Location: Sterling Heights, MI and Los Angeles, CA
Salary: $35 – $45/hr. (commensurate with experience)
Travel: 75–80%, including overnight travel, occasional weekends, and holidays
Shift: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (paid from the time you leave home)
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
Position Description:
The company is expanding its North American operations and seeking Field Service Engineers to support customers through installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-precision machine tools. While CNC experience is preferred, it is not required if you bring strong electrical, electronic, or electro-mechanical skills. If you’re someone who enjoys solving problems, fixing complex systems, and traveling for hands-on work, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
• Install and commission CNC machine tools and related equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical issues
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections on-site
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Provide customer training on machine operation and best practices
• Collaborate with Applications Engineers to resolve technical issues
• Submit timely and accurate service reports, timesheets, and expenses
• Represent the company with professionalism and maintain strong customer relationships
Requirements:
• Proven experience with CNC machine tool installation and repair
• Skilled in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Proficient in using hand tools and electrical test equipment
• Familiar with 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines
• Strong mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be proactive, detail-oriented, and customer-focused
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Technical or Engineering degree, or equivalent experience
Preferred:
• Prior field service experience in a CNC or machine tool environment
• Hydraulics or pneumatic troubleshooting
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Job Ref: # EB-1807719563
Date Posted: 4/4/2025 3:57:48 PM
City, State: Ecorse, MI
Category: Metals
Salary: $33
- $33
Job Description
Are you looking for a high-paying, hands-on career with room to grow? I am working with a company who is hiring Electrical Maintenance Technicians to join their powerhouse team in Ecorse, MI!
What’s in it for you?
? Shift differentials + Quarterly & Annual Bonuses
? Top-Tier Benefits: Medical, Dental, 401K (100% match up to 6% + $110 monthly!), Tuition Assistance, Profit Sharing & Pension Plan
? W2 Potential: $145K–$150K/yr
? Union Support + Strong Path to Promotion
?? Industrial environment. Safety-first mindset is a must. Pre-employment hair follicle drug test required.
If you're experienced in industrial electrical maintenance — motors, controls, PLCs, drives, and schematics — and ready to join a tight-knit team that keeps a major facility running 24/7, this is your next move. Veterans and experienced tradespeople encouraged to apply!
If interested, please apply below OR send your updated resume to astephens@oriontalent.com! If you aren't interested, please share with your network.
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Renewable Energy Technician
Job Ref: # EB-1948299709
Date Posted: 3/24/2025 3:19:13 PM
City, State: Coldwater, MI
Category: Construction
Salary: $36
- $42
Job Description
Position Details:
• Title: Renewable Energy Technician
• Location: Coldwater, MI (Tibbits Site), Bremond, TX (Tidwell Site)
• Shift: No, field service position.
• Compensation: $36/hr - $42/hr.
• Benefits: Med, Dent, Vis, 401k/w match
Position Description:
• Perform basic work in construction and maintenance of all substations, transmission, collection system, and battery storage systems.
• Provides troubleshooting assistance and resolution with protections and control equipment and relay schemes
• Reports and coordinates emergency response and repair to all high voltage equipment and BESS systems
• Establishes and maintains high voltage inventory, equipment, tooling, and vehicles
• BOP operations and construction, including substation equipment, and BESS equipment
• LOTO training and proficiency
• Operate the facility in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
• Supports emergency response during after hour call-outs
• Interface and coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and landowners
• Able to understand, read, and high voltage electrical schematics
Requirements:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• 4 years’ High Voltage electrical experience and/or Military equivalent experience.
• Experience using and understanding diagnostic tools
• Computer operation skills, familiar with internet-based program navigation and have the ability to generate and interpret computer data
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand drawings and schematics with attention to detail
• Ability to follow safety protocols on site
• Effectively communicate with third parties, vendors, and co-workers
• Good written communication skills
Physical Demands – Job Site
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and pull/push; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.