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Eaton Corporation
Transformer Repair Technician - 2nd Shift
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What they do
An Electronics Repair Technician helps repair electrical and electronic equipment. Undertakes preventative maintenance of equipment and tests of electronic assemblies while adhering to regulatory safety standards.
$67,310 / year median in Wisconsin
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Eaton's
ES AMER ESS
division is currently seeking a Transformer Repair Technician- 2nd Shift. The hourly rate for this position is a range of $29.35
- $31.11 + $2.50 shift premium per hour. The hours for this shift are 3pm
- 11pm. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. This position is offering a sign-on bonus of $2,000
- paid in two installments, less applicable withholding.
- Bonus terms: Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only.
- available to use on day one of your employment! Paid holidays
- up to 12! Weekly pay Shift premiums
- $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime. Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation. Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more! ## What you'll do: Eaton's Electrical Power Systems Division is currently seeking a Transformer Repair Technician
- 2nd Shift to join our team! The hourly rate starts at $29.35
- 31.11/hour, depending on experience + $2.50 shift premium. The core hours are 3pm
- 11pm, Monday-Friday; Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times. This position is based at our Lincoln Avenue facility in Waukesha, WI. This position offers a sign-on bonus of $2,000
- , less applicable withholding.
- Bonus terms:
- Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.
- Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.
- Bonuses will be payable in two installments: $1,000, less applicable withholding will be paid after three (3) months of employment and the remaining $1,000, less applicable withholding will be paid after nine (9) months of employment.
- Moving to 1st shift will disqualify you from any remaining new hire bonus payments.
Tasks include:
- Investigate transformer failures, defects, and engineering change requests (ECNs) to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
- Perform hands-on troubleshooting, tear-down, inspection, and repair activities on transformers returned from production or the field.
- Disassemble, evaluate, and document components to determine repairability, reuse opportunities, or disposition requirements.
- Conduct mechanical and electrical testing to validate failure modes and confirm repair effectiveness.
- Perform un-tanking, unstacking, and other transformer tear-down processes using cranes, lifting devices, and hand tools.
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, Production, and Service teams to resolve product issues and improve manufacturing processes.
- Create and maintain accurate records, repairs, investigation findings, DMTs, DMRs, ECRs, and repair status updates.
- Identify recurring issues and contribute ideas that improve product performance, reliability, safety, and manufacturability.
- Support continuous improvement efforts by helping implement design and process modifications that prevent future failures.
This Role:
We're looking for people who enjoy working with their hands and take pride in building things correctly. You may be a great fit if you:- Enjoy fixing, building, modifying, or restoring things.
- Have mechanical or electrical aptitude.
- Like figuring out how things work.
- Are comfortable using hand tools and power tools.
- Take pride in quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- Enjoy seeing a finished product come together.
- Want a career where your hands and mind stay busy.
- Enjoy solving problems and learning new skills.
Qualifications:
Required (Basic)Qualifications:
- A High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) from an accredited institution is required.
- Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, assembling, or troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical equipment.
- Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.
STEM OPT
plans, F-1 toH-1B, H-1B
cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.- No relocation is being offered for this role.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, hydraulic, or industrial equipment.
- Experience diagnosing equipment failures and determining root causes.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, and test equipment.
- Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical fundamentals and electrical troubleshooting techniques.
- Experience reading electrical schematics, drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- Experience welding, fabrication, or equipment repair.
- Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, hoists, or other material handling equipment.
- Military maintenance experience or technical trade school education is a plus.
Skills:
- Strong mechanical aptitude and curiosity to understand how equipment works.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex issues.
- Ability to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
- Comfortable using a wide variety of hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.
- Ability to interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and process documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple repair priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime as required.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills (i.e., verbal and written)
- Ability to lift up to 50 LBS; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, use both hands to lift and lower materials, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.