Senior Transformer Repair Tech - 2nd Shift

Eaton Group; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Shift premium

Career progression

Retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Educational assistance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is seeking a Transformer Repair Tech for the 2nd shift at the Waukesha, WI facility. The role involves diagnosing transformer failures, hands-on repair, and quality improvement across manufacturing and field operations.

Compensation includes an hourly base range of $29.35–$31.11 plus a $2.50 shift premium, with potential overtime. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered in two installments. Benefits and weekly pay are highlighted as part of the package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, assembling, or troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical equipment.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.
• No relocation is being offered for this role. All candidates must live within 50 miles of the Waukesha, WI facility.
• Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Responsibilities

• Investigate transformer failures, defects, and engineering change requests to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform hands‑on troubleshooting, tear-down, inspection, and repair activities on transformers returned from production or the field.
• Disassemble, evaluate, and document components to determine repairability, reuse opportunities, or disposition requirements.
• Conduct mechanical and electrical testing to validate failure modes and confirm repair effectiveness.
• Perform un-tanking, unstacking, and other transformer tear-down processes using cranes, lifting devices, and hand tools.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Production, and Service teams to resolve product issues and improve manufacturing processes.
• Create and maintain accurate records, repairs, investigation findings, DMTs, DMRs, ECRs, and repair status updates.
• Identify recurring issues and contribute ideas that improve product performance, reliability, safety, and manufacturability.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by helping implement design and process modifications that prevent future failures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Hand tools & power tools

Reading electrical schematics

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hydraulic/industrial equipment knowledge

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is seeking a Transformer Repair Tech for the 2nd shift at the Waukesha, WI facility. The role involves diagnosing transformer failures, hands-on repair, and quality improvement across manufacturing and field operations.

Compensation includes an hourly base range of $29.35–$31.11 plus a $2.50 shift premium, with potential overtime. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered in two installments. Benefits and weekly pay are highlighted as part of the package.