Electrical Technician - 1st Shift

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands. It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com.

This position is responsible for providing programming, troubleshooting and repair of vehicle electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems as required to meet production goals.  Document work and results as required and advise management of vehicle condition.  Function in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and maintain control of situations as they arise. Hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 3:00pm.

What You Will Do:

• Identify issues of electrical systems using advanced electrical theory, PLC and ladder logic.

• Work with blueprints, process sheets, schematics and instructions as required.

• Work with various Hybrid Drive systems, communication networks, and electrical components.

• Communicate all issues that arise in the required checkouts of a bus.

• Responsible for applying safe work practices with electrical systems by adhering to safety policies, procedures and PR processes.
• Work with electrical components and have knowledge of how they work (i.e. resistors, diodes and relays).      
• Will learn how to perform work around high voltage systems (200+ volts). 
• Perform work with various software programs including, but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, Internet browsers and diagnostic applications.      
• Perform all work allocated by leadership.
• Will be able to troubleshoot complex issues with little to no supervision.

• Will be able to instruct employees in a junior classification within the trade.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in automotive discipline, electronics or equivalent vocational schooling preferred

• Previous electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience, repair experience. High voltage experience a plus

• Previous PLC, ladder logic, AC and DC systems experience

• Knowledge of reading blueprints, basic electrical circuitry and design.

• Able to work first (1st) and/or second (2nd) shift based off Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits

• Starting wage of $29.88 per hour per union
• Immediate benefit eligibility
• 13 paid holidays plus vacation time
• 401(k) program with generous company match
• Ongoing training in a continuous learning environment
• Advancement opportunities with a growing leader in zero-emission transit
• Be part of a team leading the electrification of mass mobility

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. Learn more at newflyer.com, nfigroup.com, and YouTube – We Move People.