Electrical Technician (1st Shift) - Greenwood, SC

VetJobs; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Electrical Technician (1st Shift) in Greenwood, SC is on-site with a starting rate of $27.00 per hour. Core hours are Monday–Thursday, 6:00 am–4:00 pm, with eligibility for a variable incentive program.

The role involves final inspection and functional testing of products, plus developing test plans and diagnosing issues to ensure quality before shipment. Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED and at least two years in power/electrical distribution or be enrolled in a related

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in power distribution or electrical distribution OR enrolled in an associated degree program.
• Must live within 50 miles of Greenwood, SC; relocation not offered.

Responsibilities

• Perform final inspection and functional testing of Eaton products.
• Develop and execute test plans; conduct electrical testing.
• Interpret diagrams, schematics, and engineered procedures.
• Maintain test equipment, calibration status, and inspection records.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Job Description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking an Electrical Technician (1st Shift). The starting rate for this position is $27.00 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. CORE HOURS: Monday through Thursday from 6:00 am until 4:00 pm. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What You'll Do

The Electrical Technician is responsible for final inspection and functional testing of Eaton products to ensure quality and compliance prior to shipment. In this role, you will develop and execute test plans, conduct electrical and electronic testing, and inspect components and connections across a wide range of products, including structures, units, panels, panelboards, controls, and assemblies. You will confirm proper functionality, diagnose and resolve issues, and document or complete required repairs. Success in this position requires the ability to accurately interpret diagrams, schematics, work instructions, and engineered test procedures.

• Interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, drawings, and specifications to set up, inspect, and test equipment
• Perform mechanical, electrical, insulation, and sequence testing; inspect panels, assemblies, and components to verify quality and functionality
• Troubleshoot test failures, determine root causes, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and supervisory teams on corrective actions
• Validate customer orders for accuracy and completeness; support customer inspectors during testing and inspection processes
• Recommend and assist with improvements to assembly, wiring, calibration, and testing methods; ensure required changes and repairs are completed
• Maintain test equipment, calibration status, test documentation, and inspection records
• Adhere to all safety guidelines, PPE requirements, hygiene standards, and housekeeping practices

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work associated with this role and is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Auto req ID

485028BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of work experience in power distribution or electrical distribution OR enrolled in an Associate's degree program in Electrical/Electronics Technology, Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.

Relocation is not offered for this position. Candidates must live within a fifty-mile radius of the Greenwood, SC facility. Eaton does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F-1 to H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, or I-485 job portability.

Position Criteria

• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex electrical circuits.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology, Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• At least one (1) year of experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics.
• Previous experience working with open and energized electrical equipment in a testing environment.

City*

Greenwood

State*

South Carolina

Job_Category

Technician

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Eaton