Maintenance Tech- 1st Shift

Eaton; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is hiring a Maintenance Tech-1st Shift in Sherman, TX. The role focuses on routine maintenance, preventive work, and equipment repairs to keep plant operations running smoothly.

The position requires a minimum of 3 years in industrial maintenance, a high school diploma, and the ability to work overtime. Local applicants only. Wage is $31.86 per hour with shift differential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration or CPT/OPT/STEM OPT.
• Only candidates in Sherman, TX area considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery.
• Drive SQDCI improvements across the line.
• Collaborate with team lead to address issues and actions.
• Maintain and safely operate equipment and tools.
• Install, preventively maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant equipment.
• Operate lifts and related machinery.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Blueprint reading

English literacy

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Career Opportunities: Maintenance Tech- 1st Shift (74206)

Requisition ID74206-Posted09/24/2026

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLDdivision is currently seeking aMaintenance Tech- 1st Shift. The hourly rate for this position is $31.86per hour.

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:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance tasks to ensure the smooth operation of equipment and machinery. Wage for this role is Associate 5 with a shift differential.

• Drive improvements in Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Inventory (SQDCI).
• Work closely with your team members and team lead to resolve issues and follow-up on preventative and corrective actions.
• Assist employees within the team with technical issues and facilitate continuous improvement activities.
• Assure that the appropriate equipment and tools are adequately maintained and safely operated.
• Install equipment/machinery, perform preventive and predictive maintenance on plant equipment, and perform troubleshooting and repairs.
• Operate a variety of lifts etc.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Basic (Required) Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance experience,
• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area of Sherman, TX will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced skills in one or more of the following: Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Refrigeration, PLC troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience in lean manufacturing.
• ABB robotic weld cell trouble shooting and programming experience.
• Associate degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience in metals fabrication.
• Working knowledge of equipment operations, tooling (lasers, powder coat, turret presses, dies, presses etc.), and product.
• Computer literate with Windows and MSOffice as well as industrial software.
• Experience utilizing hydraulic schematics, pneumatic schematics, and electrical schematics.
• Experience with wastewater treatment.
• Experience modifying or programming PLC’s and HMI’s.

Skills:

Position Success Criteria:

• Perform critical jobs or tasks within the department to cover manning shortages as needed.
• Strong technical background.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and parts breakdown.
• Basic skills in reading, arithmetic and writing in English.
• Dexterity required for operating equipment, machinery, and computers.
• Able to work in various locations including heights.
• Understanding of basic mechanical fundamentals and shop machine tools.
• Familiarity with DC and AC power up to three phase 480-volt AC.
• Capable of welding, pipe fitting, rigging.
• Committed to continuous learning and improvement.
• Ability to speak effectively in interpersonal situations and before groups of employees.
• Maintain and follow all safety requirements.
• Support in maintaining training records.
• Support gathering and reporting maintenance metrics data.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime, including Saturdays and up to 12 hours in a shift, as needed by the business.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift (eight to twelve hours) and perform repetitious tasks.

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