Electrical Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 88,255,000 - 104,698,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401k plan

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking an Electrical Test Technician for 2nd shift in Santa Ana, CA. The role tests and modifies electrical equipment post-production, inspects functions, and reports findings. You will troubleshoot AC/DC circuitry, wire harnesses, and circuit boards, using meters, hi-pot testers, and infrared cameras.

Hours are 1:45 PM–10:15 PM with 40-hour weeks and potential overtime. Full benefits and 401k are offered from day one.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years of experience in electrical test or related electronic technologies.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Relocation assistance is not available; 50 mile radius requirement; military candidates exempt.
• Associates degree in electronics or electrical engineering technology preferred.
• Read and understand one-line drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Understanding of delta-wye 3 phase transformer and resistive load bank technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform system tests, including IR and dielectric testing and complete reports.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems in complex systems and printed circuit assemblies.
• Assemble, set-up programs and perform functional tests on circuit boards.
• Organize work by reviewing wiring diagrams, drawings and specifications.
• Test systems and electrical components and determine causes of problems.
• Maintain safe work environment and comply with regulations.

Skills

Electrical testing

Schematic reading

MS Office

Delta-Wye transformer

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in electronics or electrical engineering technology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

What you’ll do:

This position will be responsible for testing and/or modifying electrical equipment post-production, prior to shipment to customers. It will also be responsible for inspecting product functions and monitoring test procedures.

In this function you will:

• Perform system tests, including IR and dielectric testing, and complete written test reports, logs and records
• Troubleshoot electrical problems in complex systems
• Troubleshoot AC/DC circuitry and printed circuit assemblies to the component level
• Assemble, set-up programs and perform functional tests on circuit boards
• Organize work by receiving work requests; studying wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications.
• Testing systems and electrical components; determining cause of problems and requirements to solve problems
• Use test equipment including digital meter, current meter, out of phase transformer, variac transformer resistive load bank, hi-pot tester, current clamp, computer, and infrared camera
• Maintain safe work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations and codes

Qualifications:

Required (Basic):

• High School Diploma or GED required from an accredited educational institution
• 2 years of experience in electrical test or related electronic technologies field, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Only candidates in the immediate geographical area (50 mile radius) will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred:

• Associates degree in electronics or electrical engineering technology
• Prior training with electrical equipment and testing procedures Read and understand one-line drawings, wire lists, and schematics
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Understanding of delta-wye 3 phase transformer and resistive load bank technology

Skills:

• May be required to sit, stand and walk on a regular basis. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds throughout work shift.
• May be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, push and/or pull.

Hourly rate for this position is $29.80 per hour plus $1.00 shift premium per hour plus a $1.00/hr shift premium.

Full benefits and 401k plan is offered to you day one of employment.

We are a leader in the design and production of critical power distribution products for many specific segments.

The Electrical Test Technician-2nd Shift role offers a full time work week of 40 hours and potential overtime.

Hours:1:45 PM-10:15 PM.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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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. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. 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.