Electrical Technician

New Flyer • Anniston, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Technician is responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and repairing vehicle electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems to meet production goals. The role requires documenting work and results, advising management about vehicle condition, and working overtime as required to complete production goals. The position operates in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and requires maintaining control of situations as they arise.

This is an onsite position at New Flyer of America’s facility in Anniston, Alabama. The technician works with vehicle electrical systems, including 12V and 24V systems, and learns how to work around high-voltage systems of 200 volts or more.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Understanding of advanced AC and DC electrical theory.
• Ability to use multimeter functions to complete troubleshooting.
• Understanding of series, parallel, and advanced electrical circuits.
• Advanced understanding of PLC logic and ability to troubleshoot PLC systems.
• Advanced understanding of relay logic and ability to troubleshoot relay systems.
• Advanced understanding of communication networks such as CAN.
• Understanding of various hybrid drive systems and ability to troubleshoot and repair them.
• Ability to identify NFI electrical components and explain their functions.
• Ability to identify components on an NFI electrical schematic.
• Computer skills including Excel, Outlook, and internet browsers.
• Good interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
• Ability to perform allocated work.
• Ability to learn and work with 12V and 24V systems.
• Ability to learn how to work around high-voltage systems (200+ volts).

Nice To Haves

• An associate degree in an automotive discipline, electronics, or a combination of relevant vocational school training and practical job experience.
• Intermediate-level computer skills.
• Knowledge of electrical components and how they work, such as resistors, diodes, and relays.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and repair vehicle electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems as needed to meet production goals.
• Document work performed and results as required.
• Advise management of vehicle condition.
• Work overtime as required to complete production goals.
• Apply safe working practices when working with electrical systems by adhering to safety policies, procedures, and processes.
• Perform allocated work and work with minimal supervision in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Comprehensive benefits package with immediate benefit eligibility.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment.
• Advancement opportunities within the family of companies.
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED