Electrical Pre-Tester

Eaton; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Eaton in Sumter, SC is seeking an Electrical Pre-Tester to verify wiring and assist with electrical testing of switchboard products. This role involves thorough documentation of inspections and communications on quality non-conformances while following strict safety protocols.

The ideal candidate should possess a High School Diploma, with a minimum of 6 months of electrical testing experience. Knowledge in wiring and electrical components is essential, along with the ability to work with multi-meters and follow safety procedures. The position offers an hourly rate of $25.00 and requires a commitment to quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience performing electrical testing.
• 6 months of wiring experience in Switchboard or Power Distribution products.

Responsibilities

• Inspect wiring and test switchboard products according to instructions.
• Document nonconformances critical for quality records.
• Serve as informal trainer for production personnel.

Skills

Electrical testing

Wiring experience

Troubleshooting circuits

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Electronics or Mechatronics

BS in Engineering

Tools

Continuity tester

Multi-meters

Job description

Overview

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking an Electrical Pre-Tester. The hours for this position are 6:00 am–2:30 pm. The hourly rate is $25.00 per hour. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Position

The Electrical Pre-Tester will verify correct wiring, verify components, program controllers, and assist with electrical testing of switchboard products and components, per applicable test procedures and/or component literature, with the goal of timely order fulfillment and adherence to Eaton’s quality standards. This position is based at our Sumter, SC facility.

In This Function You Will

• Inspect wiring and test switchboard products produced on all lines, according to testing work instructions and applicable governmental requirements, to uncover product non-conformances. Document inspections on the applicable checklist.
• Utilize continuity tester and trip test kits. Verify switches and circuit breakers function properly. Conduct electrical tests per safety and training requirements and procedures (Shunt Trip, configuration, NETA testing).
• Verify that revisions released to the production floor regarding wiring are incorporated into the product, all documentation reflects the current revision, and previous revisions of documents are destroyed.
• Ensure that component literature and necessary product documentation are included with the job.
• Document nonconformances, which are critical quality records, to aid problem solving and continuous improvement. Communicate production non-conformances to appropriate production personnel in a timely manner and verify required rework. Communicate design errors to appropriate front-end personnel for correction, obtain revisions, and verify required rework.
• Ensure that suspect product is identified as such at all times to prevent unintended use.
• Serve as informal trainer for production personnel.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must meet one of the following qualifications:
• Associate’s degree in Electronics or Mechatronics from an accredited institution OR Military technical school equivalent diploma in a related field.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience performing electrical testing (reading schematics, troubleshooting circuits, verifying continuity, general electrical component knowledge).
• 6 months of experience wiring experience (Switchboard or Power Distribution products).
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a continuous basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of experience performing electrical testing (troubleshooting, circuits, testing electronics, product testing, system diagnosis).
• 2 years of wiring experience (reading schematics, troubleshooting circuits, verifying continuity, general electrical component knowledge).
• BS in engineering.

Position Criteria

• This position requires a minimum of 1-year commitment in order to support full implementation of the project. If selected for this role, eligibility to bid on other roles will reset for a period of 1 year unless approved by manager/HR. Receiving an offer for this role does not represent an employment contract.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
• Requires thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, and component functionality.
• Requires thorough knowledge of all assembled SWBD product designs (e.g., PRL-C, PRL-I, IFS).
• Requires thorough knowledge related to wiring of various components.
• Requires thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, component functionality, and assembly processes on all lines (HiPot, Shunt Trip, component Testing, configuration, NETA testing, and communication).
• Requires competency in applicable UL codes, NEC codes, regional utility codes, customer-specific requirements.
• Requires the ability to read, comprehend, and interpret manufacturing documents, including front view, MIs, Blow-Thrus, Wiring Diagrams, component literature, engineering drawings, and testing procedures.
• Requires the ability to work with multi-meters, troubleshoot complex electronics, and follow established safety procedures.

Additional Information

Expected to work with some degree of independence and make decisions that affect the workgroup. Focus efforts on attaining assigned goals and objectives, which include meeting needs and expectations of internal and external customers.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift a minimum of 35 lbs with reasonable accommodation. Incumbent must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Repetitive lifting, bending, and squatting is inherent to this position.

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all job applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or other protected status.

Eaton believes in second chance employment and may consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history in accordance with applicable laws. You do not need to disclose conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made. If a conditional offer is made and a background check is run, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding any conviction.

To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation, please call 1-800-836-6345. Accommodation requests only will be accepted at that number.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees. 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. Eaton Benefits Overview may be consulted for more detail. Specific programs may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and collective bargaining agreements.