Transformer Repair Technician - 1st Shift

Transformer Repair Technician - 1st Shift

Eaton's Electrical Power Systems Division is currently seeking a Transformer Repair Technician 1st Shift to join our team! The hourly rate starts at $29.35 - 31.11/hour depending on experience. The core hours are 5am 1pm, Monday-Friday; overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times. This position is based at our Lincoln Avenue facility in Waukesha, WI.

In this function, you will: Serve as a technical troubleshooter, diagnosing transformer failures, and determining the root cause of issues found during manufacturing or in the field. You'll work hands-on with mechanical and electrical systems, using your problem-solving skills to repair, rebuild, and improve products while helping drive quality improvements across the operation.

Tasks include: Investigate transformer failures, defects, and engineering change requests (ECNs) 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.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications: A High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) from an accredited institution is required. Minimum of 2 years of 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. 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 is being offered for this role. All candidates considered must live within 50 miles of the Waukesha, WI facility. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, hydraulic, or industrial equipment. Experience diagnosing equipment failures and determining root causes. Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, and test equipment. Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical fundamentals and electrical troubleshooting techniques. Experience reading electrical schematics, drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation. Experience welding, fabrication, or equipment repair. Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, hoists, or other material handling equipment. Military maintenance experience or technical trade school education is a plus.

Skills:

Strong mechanical aptitude and curiosity to understand how equipment works. Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex issues. Ability to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions. Comfortable using a wide variety of hand tools, power tools, and test equipment. Ability to interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and process documentation. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple repair priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ability and willingness to work overtime as required. Demonstrated effective communication skills (i.e., verbal and written). Ability to lift up to 50 LBS; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, use both hands to lift and lower materials, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role: We're looking for people who enjoy working with their hands and take pride in building things correctly. You may be a great fit if you: Enjoy fixing, building, modifying, or restoring things. Have mechanical or electrical aptitude. Like figuring out how things work. Are comfortable using hand tools and power tools. Take pride in quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. Enjoy seeing a finished product come together. Want a career where your hands and mind stay busy. Enjoy solving problems and learning new skills.