Electrical Assembler (AFT)

Eaton; Milton; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton seeks an Electrical Assembler (AFT) at its Milton, Ontario facility to wire control panels for engineered-to-order switchboards. You will build panels from one-line diagrams, determine wiring runs, and perform functional tests to ensure quality.

Requires at least 12 months in wiring, ability to read diagrams, and proficiency with wiring tools. Hours: 3:30 pm–12:00 am; $23–$27 CAD/hour with incentive eligibility. Must live within 80 km of Milton.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Minimum 12 months experience in a full-time wiring position.
• Experience using wiring and power tools.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship now and in the future.
• No relocation; reside within 80 KM of Milton, ON.

Responsibilities

• Build and wire control panels using diagrams and customer drawings.
• Determine run, connect and terminate wires for devices on switchboards.
• Identify design issues and report through proper channels.
• Perform functional tests such as continuity checks and wire pull tests.
• Repair or rework issues detected during inspection/test.

Skills

Wiring

English proficiency

Teamwork

Ladder logic planning

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Technical certificate (preferred)

Tools

Outlook

ADP

Oracle

Inventor

Job description

Career Opportunities: Electrical Assembler (AFT) (76040)

Requisition ID76040-Posted10/20/2026

Eaton’s ES AMER PCSdivision is currently seeking aElectrical Assembler (AFT). Eaton’s Milton, Ontario site is Eaton's largest manufacturing facility in Canada. Known for our large-scale custom electrical-build projects, we take pride in our highly engaged workforce, where we are focused on inclusion and celebrate diversity regularly through site engagement events. We are committed to powering Canadian infrastructure in an environmentally friendly and energy-efficient way and are looking to hire passionate individuals who are enthusiastic about shaping the future of Eaton.

The hourly rate for this position is $$23-$27per hour.
This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

The hours for this position are 3:30 pm - 12:00 AM

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Production Manager – Custom Switchboard, this role is responsible for wiring control panels for engineered-to-order switchboards. Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience in roles where wiring was the primary responsibility.

This role is not a fit for those who have never wired in a full-time capacity, have only wired using harnesses or following point to point diagrams, or have only wired when installing, maintaining or servicing commercial or residential electrical systems.

Specifically, the successful candidate will:

• Build and wire control panels using one-line diagrams and customer drawing packages.
• Determine how and where to run, connect and terminate wires for electrical devices on wiring pans and inside switchboard structures. (Common devices include breakers, meters, relays, sensors, PLCs, switches, CTs, sensors)
• Identify design issues and raise them through the correct channels.
• Perform functional tests such as continuity checks and wire pull tests.
• Repair or rework issues detected during the inspection/test stage of the job.

Position Criteria:

• Proven aptitude for complex wiring work.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English effectively.
• Strong work ethic.
• Able to visualize and plan the layout of a wiring control panel using ladder logic.
• Excellent attitude towards quality, safety, continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Functional with computers, in order to use a variety of digital business tools (email, ADP, electronic models, eLearning modules).

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Minimum 12 months experience in a full-time wiring position.
• Experience using wiring and power tools.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada without company sponsorship now and in the future.
• No relocation is offered for this position. All candidates must reside within 80 KM of Milton, ON to be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education or a technical certificate in a mechanical trade.
• Experience using Outlook, ADP, Oracle and Inventor.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing processes (Kanban, 5S+, MRB) and Six Sigma Tools.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

At Eaton we leverage artificial intelligence to recommend jobs to you that match the skills and experience required for the open role. Our Talent Acquisition teams also uses AI to identify applicants whose skills are a match for the job. Hiring decisions are made by Eaton leaders through a structured interview process and not AI.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.