Electrical Test Technician - HIRING EVENT

Eaton Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Overtime opportunities

Retirement benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Educational assistance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is seeking an Electrical Test Technician - Hiring Event at our Oakleys Ct site in Richmond, VA. The role tests and modifies electrical equipment post-production, inspects functions, and prepares test reports.

The position offers a $35/hour pay rate, a $2,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires on 2nd and 3rd shifts, and a comprehensive benefits package. Interview scheduling will confirm shift details and availability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• 1-3 years of experience in electrical test or related electronic technologies, preferably in manufacturing.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Relocation assistance is not available; only candidates in 50 mile radius will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform system tests, including IR and dielectric testing, and complete written test reports.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems in complex systems.
• Troubleshoot AC/DC circuitry and PCB assemblies to the component level.
• Assemble, set-up programs and perform functional tests on circuit boards.
• Organize work by reviewing wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications.
• Maintain safe work environment by following standards and procedures.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

PCB testing

Test equipment

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in electronics or electrical engineering technology

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Test equipment: DMM, infrared camera, hi-pot tester

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Electrical Test Technician - HIRING EVENT at our Oakleys Ct site in Richmond, VA.

The pay rate for this position is $35.00 per hour.

This site is currently offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires on 2nd and 3rd shifts.

The specific shift, work schedule, and any applicable shift differential will be confirmed when an offer of employment is extended.

Candidates should indicate all shifts they are willing and able to work during the interview process.

Why work at Eaton?

• Health benefits and vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments
• Overtime opportunities
• Retirement benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

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.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

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, variance 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

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required from an accredited educational institution
• 1-3 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 Qualifications:

• 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:

Position Criteria:

• Individual may be required to sit, stand and walk regularly
• Individual must be able to lift up to 50 pounds throughout work shift .
• Individual may be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, push and/or pull.

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

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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.