Electrical Technician (Contract)

Zipline is the world’s largest and most experienced autonomous delivery service, founded to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world’s largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and commercial products. Our customers include healthcare systems, governments, retailers, and global brands who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide new logistics services at scale.

Our technology goes beyond drones. We deploy integrated logistics infrastructure that strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and enables instant delivery, transforming how essential goods reach people everywhere. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe.

We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people’s lives and by scaling the future of logistics.

About You and The Role  

Zipline is seeking Ground Systems Technicians who have solid first principles and hands on skills, sound judgment, excellent interpersonal skills and high standards. Success will require attention to detail, a safety-oriented attitude, flexibility, and enthusiasm for installing and maintaining the cutting-edge systems that facilitate our autonomous systems.

What You'll Do  

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  • Install, configure, and commission ground systems installations at new Zipline sites. This includes Quality Control and Assurance of installed Electrical and Network systems with issue resolution as needed.
  
  
  • Diagnose and resolve basic electrical/network problems, system faults, and site issues limited to basic configuration (i.e. no electrician level tasks)
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • Perform maintenance and upgrades with the goal of maximizing uptime and reliability.
  
  
  • Work with engineering & cross-functional teams to document and resolve tickets using company IT ticketing platforms.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • Manage accountability programs for tools, calibration equipment, and vehicles. 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • Maintain records of installations, surveys, maintenance actions, and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols, electrical standards, published manuals and SOPs.
  
  
  • Contribute to creating and updating SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and installation standards.
  
  
  • Successfully complete and continuously maintain all required training(s) and certifications.
  
  
  • Bring a safety first mindset to all tasks.
  
  
  
  

What You'll Bring 

Basic Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge: mechanical, residential/light commercial electrical, and basic office software


• Attention to detail and compliance with installation standards and manuals


• Organizational skills, inventory management, material handling equipment, Mechanical/Electrical assembly experience


• A strong safety culture, with experience in following and implementing safety procedures for mechanical, electrical and automation systems. 


• Comfortable working outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions.


• Must be able to support shift work including, but not limited to days/evenings, weekends, etc. with travel up to 20%, as necessary




• Will experience 80% + travel in first 3 months including offsite/remote training




• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.and have a valid US Driver's License


• Ability to lift and or move up to 55 pounds. 

Preferred Qualifications (Electrical):

• Desired knowledge: Electrical and Electrical Systems (to include network/low voltage)


• Familiarity with material handling equipment (warehouse forklift, pallet jack)


• Adaptability to changing work environments, technologies, and procedures 


• Ability to diagnose problems, develop and implement novel fixes to time-sensitive problems.


• OSHA 30

Preferred Qualifications (Construction):

• Desired knowledge: General construction, Heavy Steel Erection


• Ability to read / interpret Construction and technical drawings


• Familiarity with material handling equipment (warehouse forklift, pallet jack)


• Adaptability to changing work environments, technologies, and procedures 


• Ability to diagnose problems, develop and implement novel fixes to time-sensitive problems.


• OSHA 30

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