Senior Electrical Technician

Transmission & Distribution World; Crookston (MN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

New Flyer in Minnesota is seeking a Senior Electrical Technician to program, troubleshoot, install, and repair electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems on our transit vehicle platforms. You will work with high voltage systems, complex controls, and Customer Installed Option features, under safety and quality standards.

The role requires 5+ years in electrical/mechanical diagnostics, PLC/ladder logic experience, and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in electrical and mechanical diagnosis and repair.
• High voltage experience a plus.
• Previous PLC, ladder logic, AC and DC system experience.
• Experience reading engineering documents, wiring schematics and instructions.
• Commitment to organizational health and safety standards and procedures.
• Strong problem solving and communications skills.
• A valued team member who builds collaborative relationships through honesty and integrity.
• Accountable with a strong attention to detail and quality, while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach and climb up and down ladders.
• Flexibility to work both first (1st) or second (2nd) shift.
• Intermediate level computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning function on high voltage systems as designated by NF checkouts, SWI’s, and other relevant documents.
• Proficient in trouble shooting and resolving high voltage system failures of all types (including related controls and communication systems) using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Thorough understanding and compliance with high voltage safety protocol and practices.
• Install software, test, diagnose, and repair all Customer Installed Option system issues and confirm functionality.
• Examples include AVA/AVL systems, video systems, destination sign systems, and NF Connect.
• Ability and willingness to train and/or support employees in a junior classification.
• Maintains tools and equipment in a neat and orderly manner.
• Thorough understanding of ECN and EAD process.
• Utilize work experience and skills learned to fill in as an Electrician I, anywhere in the department, when normally assigned Electrician I are absent or not available.
• Able to adjust to and handle changing priorities.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

Skills

High voltage experience

Troubleshooting

Electrical diagnosis

Problem solving

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in automotive/electronics

Tools

PLC

Ladder logic

Job description

SENIOR ELECTRICIAL TECHNICIAN

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

POSITION SUMMARY

The Electrical Technician will be responsible for providing programing, troubleshooting, installation and repair of vehicle electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems within the manufacturing industry. This position requires you to use your excellent problem-solving skills, high attention to quality and safety, and positive teamwork attitude to drive your career.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Perform commissioning function on high voltage systems as designated by NF checkouts, SWI’s, and other relevant documents
• Proficient in trouble shooting and resolving high voltage system failures of all types (including related controls and communication systems) using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment
• Thorough understanding and compliance with high voltage safety protocol and practices
• Install software, test, diagnose, and repair all Customer Installed Option system issues and confirm functionality. Examples include but are not limited to AVA/AVL systems, video systems, destination sign systems, and NF Connect
• Ability and willingness to train and/or support employees in a junior classification
• Maintains tools and equipment in a neat and orderly manner
• Thorough understanding of ECN and EAD process
• Utilize work experience and skills learned to fill in as an Electrician I, anywhere in the department, when normally assigned Electrician I are absent or not available
• Able to adjust to and handle changing priorities
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

Additional Information

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Minimum 5 years experience in electrical and mechanical diagnosis and repair.
• High voltage experience a plus.
• Previous PLC, ladder logic, AC and DC system experience.
• Experience reading engineering documents, wiring schematics and instructions.
• Commitment to organizational health and safety standards and procedures.
• Strong problem solving and communications skills.
• A valued team member who builds collaborative relationships through honesty and integrity.
• Accountable with a strong attention to detail and quality, while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach and climb up and down ladders.
• Flexibility to work both first (1st) or second (2nd) shift.
• Intermediate level computer skills preferred.
• Associate degree in automotive discipline, electronics, or equivalent vocational school preferred.