Switch Technician (B) - 1st Shift

Eaton; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Bethel, CT is hiring a Switch Technician (B) for 1st shift. The role supports testing operations with attention to quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers a starting hourly rate of $22.50 and requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with about 2 years in manufacturing. On-site work, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent related experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• No sponsorship for immigration or CPT/OPT; not eligible for relocation benefit.
• Within 50 miles of Bethel, CT; certain military exemptions apply.
• U.S. person for export-controlled information

Responsibilities

• Set up, start and break down test ovens containing small electro-mechanical parts.
• Interpret customer and supplier requirements via blueprints and work instructions.
• Recommend design and process improvements to enhance manufacturability.
• Perform visual inspection of parts.
• Maintain quality records

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Electrical troubleshooting

Assembly & calibration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Career Opportunities: Switch Technician (B) - 1st Shift (74961)

Requisition ID74961-Posted10/16/2026

Eaton’s IS AER FEDdivision is currently seeking aSwitch Technician (B) - 1st Shift to join our team in Bethel, CT!

The core hours are 7 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

The hourly rate for this position is$22.50per 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 Electro-Mechanical Technician (Switch) is responsible for loading test stands and setting up testing for very small and intricate parts. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge in reading, interpreting, and following technical work instructions and blueprints. This first shift position is well suited for a patient individual who is a fast learner, is focused on quality output, and enjoys working in a demanding atmosphere.

In this function you will:

• Set up, start and then break down test ovens which contain small electro-mechanical parts
• Interpret customer and supplier requirements (via blueprints and work instructions)
• Recommend design and process improvements to enhance manufacturability
• Perform visual inspection of parts
• Maintain quality records

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent related experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• 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 cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation benefit is 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.
• 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.

Skills:

• Ability to interpret/follow written work instructions, visual aids, sketches and blueprints.
• Basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Mid-level assembly, calibration & ATP

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