Lead Field Service Electronics Technician

Eaton Corporation•Richmond, VA

6d•$69,000 - $101,000•Remote

About The Position

Eaton’s Critical Power Solutions Division is hiring a Lead Field Service Electronics Technician to provide on-site service for UPS systems, batteries, and power distribution solutions. The role is based from a home office in the greater Richmond, Virginia area and involves daily travel to customer sites, occasional overnight stays, and support outside the immediate region within the United States for at least three weeks per quarter. An Eaton-provided vehicle is supplied. The technician provides emergency repairs, start-up services, and preventative maintenance to help ensure the performance and reliability of customers’ critical power systems. The position includes safety training and equipment, access to 24-hour customer, technical, and factory support, hands-on learning and field mentoring, and opportunities for career advancement through a technical track and other Eaton roles. The role is overtime eligible.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Two years of experience in power systems, battery technologies, and/or electronics, including relevant coursework and internship experience.
Current, unrestricted driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record; the role is designated as a Regular Driver under Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy.
Ability to meet customer entrance requirements, which may include periodic background checks and drug screenings.
Ability to travel daily to customer sites and provide out-of-region U.S. support for at least three weeks per quarter.
Ability to perform the listed physical tasks, including assisted lifting or carrying 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in electrical or electronics from an accredited institution, current enrollment in an accredited bachelor’s degree engineering program, or applicable military training and experience.
Three or more years of experience working with power systems, battery technologies, and/or electronics.
Electrical Technology Certificate.
Ability to read electrical component schematic drawings and apply troubleshooting, testing, and repair techniques.
Strong understanding of electrical theory, battery systems, and single- and three-phase circuits.

Responsibilities

Provide on-site support, emergency repairs, start-up services, and preventative maintenance for customer power systems.
Travel daily to customer sites using an Eaton-provided fleet vehicle.
Provide support for customer needs outside the immediate region within the United States for a minimum of three weeks per quarter.
Participate in annual safety audits and ongoing compliance programs.
Perform physical tasks as needed, including assisted lifting and carrying, pushing and pulling, standing, climbing, squatting, bending, kneeling, and driving long distances.