Transformer Repair Tech - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation • Waukesha, WI

4d • $29 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Transformer Repair Tech - 2nd Shift. This position serves as a technical troubleshooter, responsible for diagnosing transformer failures and identifying the root cause of issues encountered during manufacturing or in the field. The role involves hands-on work with mechanical and electrical systems, utilizing problem-solving skills to repair, rebuild, and enhance products, while also contributing to quality improvements across the operation.

Requirements

• 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. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation is being offered for this role. All candidates considered must live within 50 miles of the Waukesha, WI facility. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Health benefits and vacation time - 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED