Senior Electrical Technician (Journeyperson)

POSITION GOAL:  Must have the ability to perform the required duties of the senior electrical technician on transit/coaches. 

SUMMARY – Must have the ability to complete the following: Basic electrical systems and components. Bus systems, communications, and troubleshooting. Electric Bus. Advanced systems and customer options.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Must be able to successfully perform all the essential duties and responsibilities of a Senior Electrical Technician (Journeyperson), and the following.

1. Utilize work experience and skills learned to fill in as a Senior Electrical Technician (Journeyperson), anywhere in the department, when normally assigned Electrical Technicians are absent or not available.
2. Perform commissioning function on high voltage systems as designated by NF checkouts, SWI’s, and other relevant documents.
3. Proficient in troubleshooting and resolving low and high voltage system failures of all types (including related controls and communication systems) using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
4. Thorough knowledge of PLC systems including experience reading ladder logic.
5. Experience with CAN networks & J1939 communications, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, and corrections.
6. Thorough understanding and compliance with high voltage safety protocol and practices.
7. 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.
8. Work directly with Electrical Tech Apprentices in development and demonstration of Apprenticeship Program competencies.
9. Train and/or support electrical technicians.
10. Thorough knowledge of NF manufacturing processes.
11. Strong instructional, leadership & interpersonal skills.
12. Complete the Electrical Technician training program, including all classroom and competency requirements.
13. Must be able to work without supervision.

Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive tasks.
• Lift and move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and move up to 25 pounds frequently, and lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to bend, stoop and reach.
• Must be able to climb up and down ladders.
• Must have manual dexterity to perform installs/checkouts as directed.
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Intermediate level computer skills, and proficient with Oracle
• Strong written and oral communication, strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated self-starter, detail oriented and consistent.
• Preferred experience/knowledge in controls systems, IO, Multiplexing, CAN BUS and communication networks.
• High School Diploma, GED, A.A.S in Electronics field is preferred