Electrical Technician (1st Shift)

Eaton Corporation • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is hiring an Electrical Technician for a first-shift position, with hours from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The role plans and performs electrical and electronic testing and inspections of motor control center cells and structures, apparatus, units, panels, panelboards, component parts, and enclosed and custom control assemblies to verify proper function. The technician troubleshoots and repairs equipment as needed, following specifications, test procedures, and work instructions.

The position works from oral or written instructions, prints, diagrams, schematics, and manufacturing information. Duties include preparing and positioning apparatus for testing; performing mechanical inspections, insulation tests, electrical sequence tests, and circuit checks; diagnosing malfunctions and reporting findings; ensuring required corrections and repairs are completed; and maintaining and calibrating test equipment. The technician may also assist with cell building and other motor control center assembly tasks.

The hourly rate is $23. Eaton offers health benefits and vacation time available from the first day of employment, paid holidays, retirement benefits, paid parental leave, educational assistance, wellness reimbursement, career progression and cross-training opportunities, and overtime opportunities. No relocation benefit is offered. Candidates generally must currently live within 50 miles of the work location, with an exception for active-duty military service member candidates. Eaton does not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in a similar electrical assembly manufacturing environment; or an associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology, Engineering, or a related field and at least one year of experience in a related manufacturing and/or testing position; or a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Work according to established safety procedures and wear required safety equipment while observing specified hygiene requirements.
• Work with Engineering and Quality Control on test procedures, specifications, and problems.
• Make recommendations concerning assembly, checking, calibration, and wiring procedures.
• Communicate and work effectively with cross-functional teams and potentially external customers.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and follow safety and quality processes.
• Read schematic drawings and troubleshoot electrical control circuits.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with electrical control distribution assemblies and/or electrical testing.
• Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical engineering disciplines related to product design and development.
• Previous experience testing with electrical current.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform electrical and electronic tests and inspections of control assemblies and related equipment to verify correct product function.
• Follow test specifications, established procedures, instructions, prints, diagrams, schematics, and manufacturing information.
• Prepare apparatus for tests and inspections, and move and position apparatus as required.
• Perform mechanical inspections and insulation tests as required.
• Perform electrical sequence tests and check inter-related circuits between separate cells, metering circuits, and fixed assemblies as required.
• Troubleshoot apparatus malfunctions, determine causes, and report findings to supervisors, engineering, or other relevant personnel.
• Ensure required changes, corrections, and repairs are completed.
• Ensure test equipment maintenance and calibration are completed.
• Assist with cell building and other motor control center assembly tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Health benefits and vacation time available from the first day of employment.
• Paid holidays.
• Bi-weekly pay.
• Career progression and cross-training opportunities with potential for increased compensation.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Educational assistance program.
• Wellness reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level