Zipline · 1 month ago
Electrician
Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move, aiming to solve urgent access challenges through innovative logistics systems. The Electrician and Electrical Coordinator will oversee electrical installations, maintenance, and operations at test sites, ensuring smooth functioning and safety of electrical infrastructure.
DeliveryDronesElectric VehicleHome Health CareLogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Performing electrical installation, construction and upgrade works personally in accordance with all relevant standards and codes
Manage subcontractors performing electrical installation, construction and upgrade works ensuring a high standard for quality, cost and workmanship
Coordinate and schedule routine maintenance activities, repairs, and renovations at Zipline testing facilities. Most work on the site is performed outdoors in whatever seasonal weather is occurring at the time. This includes anywhere from a well-developed test site, to a rugged unimproved area requiring off-road vehicles and hiking on steep terrain
Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and maintenance staff to address electrical related issues promptly ensuring quality delivered service
Brainstorm and execute site expansion projects such as the construction of mock buildings and backyards, test support buildings, observation towers, and expansion of utilities on-site with ownership of the electrical components of such projects
Coordinate site safety reviews and activities for the Facilities Team
Maintain records of maintenance activities, including service contracts, warranties, and inspection reports
Conduct regular inspections to identify potential maintenance needs and recommend necessary improvements
Communicate with teams to understand their evolving needs and space requirements while proposing strategic solutions
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health and safety regulations
Qualification
Required
Electrical trades background licensed in the state of California
Proven experience in general construction, construction management, facilities management, or a similar role
Experience with electrical construction and SLD tools and CAD programs such as Bluebeam
Comfortability with standard spreadsheet and word processing tools
Strong project management experience
Strong technical capabilities regarding testing infrastructure management, assembly, and delivering feedback to engineering
Contractor and vendor oversight experience
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Self-motivation and strong record of working independently
Financial acumen and independent financial planning skills
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
A deep excitement to learn, and an aptitude for multi-tasking
A desire to work in a hands-on environment and outdoors
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
A safety first mindset and approach
Willingness to travel between California testing facilities 25% of the time
Willingness to travel to other sites outside California on an intermittent basis
Benefits
Equity compensation
Discretionary annual or performance bonuses
Sales incentives
Benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
Company
Zipline
Zipline designs, manufactures, and operates drones to deliver vital medical products.
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$971MKey Investors
U.S. Department of StateThe Rise FundKatalyst Ventures
2025-11-25Grant· $150M
2023-04-28Series F· $330M
2021-06-30Series E· $250M
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