MVC - Copper Installer - 1st Shift

Eaton; Royal Pines (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is seeking an MVC Copper Installer on the 1st shift to perform copper fabrication, assembly, and wiring for MVC equipment subassemblies and final assemblies.

The role ensures all copper installations and electrical connections meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements, with work requiring lifting up to 35 pounds and a readiness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to follow safety practices and procedures.
• Within 50-mile radius of the work location.

Responsibilities

• Construct, assemble, and repair copper layouts and related components.
• Fabricate and install layout copper to support customer-specific connection requirements.
• Ensure copper connections are properly braced and comply with all bracing specifications.
• Maintain required electrical and mechanical clearances throughout the assembly process.
• Install and wire electrical devices according to bills of material, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Perform visual and functional inspections to verify quality and compliance with specifications.
• Follow all safety procedures and promote a safe work environment for self and others.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading wiring diagrams

Copper fabrication knowledge

Electrical assembly basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a MVC - Copper Installer - 1st Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $21 per 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 MVC Copper Installer is responsible for performing assembly, complex wiring, and copper fabrication operations required to produce subassemblies and final assemblies for Medium Voltage Control (MVC) equipment. This role ensures all copper installations, electrical connections, and mechanical assemblies meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements. The position also verifies the electrical and mechanical performance of completed assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

• Construct, assemble, and repair copper layouts and related components.
• Fabricate and install layout copper to support customer-specific connection requirements.
• Ensure copper connections are properly braced and comply with all bracing specifications.
• Maintain required electrical and mechanical clearances throughout the assembly process.
• Install and wire electrical devices according to bills of material, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Perform visual and functional inspections to verify quality and compliance with specifications.
• Follow all safety procedures and promote a safe work environment for self and others.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• 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 within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in copper fabrication, installation, or related manufacturing processes.
• Experience reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, and assembly drawings.
• Prior experience in electrical assembly or power distribution equipment manufacturing.

Position Criteria

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Internet applications.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekdays and weekends, as business needs require.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds at waist, shoulder, and overhead levels.

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