Maintenance Technician

Eaton; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s IS AER ITD division in Camarillo is hiring a Maintenance Technician. Core hours are 6:00am–2:30pm, Mon–Fri, with possible overtime.

The role involves troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, performing preventive maintenance, and completing a variety of repair tasks to keep equipment reliable. We welcome candidates with at least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience and a High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience in industrial maintenance (mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical).
• Must reside within 50 miles of Camarillo, CA.
• U.S. person for export-controlled information eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Support and comply with EHS policies.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems with little supervision.
• Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs) and planned shutdown work to improve equipment reliability.
• Perform a variety of maintenance/minor repair activities including painting, drywall, parking lots, plumbing, lighting, flooring, and roof.
• Perform basic electrical work (120V) and support higher-voltage systems as qualified.
• Operate maintenance work order system to complete assignments and provide feedback.
• Read and understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic schematics.
• Assist with motor control, starters, and basic troubleshooting of electrical components.
• Perform welding and metal repair to restore or improve equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical work

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

VFDs

Job description

Eaton’s IS AER ITD division is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician at our Camarillo facility! The core hours are 6:00am to 2:30pm Monday - Friday. Overtime may extend these hours. The hourly rate for this position is $23.00 per hour.

Salary information 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

• Support and comply with Eaton Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems with little to no supervision
• Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs) and planned shutdown work to improve equipment reliability
• Perform a variety of maintenance/minor repair activities but not limited to painting, drywall, parking lots, plumbing repairs, lighting, flooring, and roof.
• Perform basic electrical work (120V) and support higher‑voltage systems as qualified
• Operate maintenance work order system to complete assignments and provide feedback
• Read and understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic schematics.
• Assist with motor control, starters, and basic troubleshooting of electrical components
• Perform welding and metal repair to restore or improve equipment

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• A minimum of 2 years hands‑on experience in industrial maintenance (mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical)
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of Camarillo, CA (50 miles) will be considered for this position.
• This position requires access to export‑controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 480V 3‑phase systems, motor controls, and VFDs
• Familiarity with power distribution systems up to 600V
• Experience with emergency power or process control systems
• Experience in performing power system analysis, short circuit and load flow studies. Familiarity with process control systems and emergency power systems is a plus
• Knowledge of municipal electrical code applicable to installation, maintenance, and repair work
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), including parameter setup, fault diagnostics, and motor performance issues
• Working knowledge of PLC systems (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar), including Basic ladder logic interpretation, I/O troubleshooting, Sensor, switch, and interlock diagnostics
• Trade or technical school certificate or equivalent preferred

Position Criteria

• Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities
• Good mechanical aptitude with knowledge of practices, tools and equipment used in mechanic’s trade
• Knowledge of procedures for installing all sizes of electrical conduit, cables, wires, switches, automatic stating equipment, and pole line construction, etc.
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting and repairing machine shop equipment including Haas CNC Lathes, Mazak CNC Lathes, Haas Mills, Moroski Mills, Injection Molding Machines, Thermal Transfer Molding Machines, and Reciprocating Stamping Presses
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting and repairing facility equipment including chillers, cooling towers, thermolators, air compressors, and water treatment systems
• Troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, manifolds, and accumulators
• Industrial control systems, limit switches, safety circuits, relays, contactors, and motor starters
• Ability to troubleshoot control issues using schematics, multimeters, and diagnostic tools
• Must be able to work