Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Transformer Assembly Technician - 2nd Shift.
The hourly rate for this position is a range of $26.20 - $27.77 + $2.50 shift premium per hour. The hours for this shift are 3pm - 11pm. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times.
Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
This position is offering a sign-on bonus of $2,000* paid in two installments, less applicable withholding.*Bonus terms:
- Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only. Applications must be submitted on or after January 1st, 2024 to qualify.
- Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.
- Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.
Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:- Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
- Paid holidays - up to 12!
- Weekly pay
- Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.
- Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
- Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!
What you'll do:Position overview: As a Transformer Assembler, you'll build large three-phase and pad-mounted transformers that help deliver reliable electricity to homes, businesses, hospitals, and critical infrastructure. This is not repetitive assembly line work. You'll use mechanical, electrical, and technical skills to assemble complex equipment where quality and attention to detail matter.
In this role you will:• Build and assemble transformer components using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
• Install and connect internal transformer components, electrical leads, bushings, switches, current transformers, and other critical assemblies.
• Position and secure transformer cores and coils within transformer tanks.
• Assemble and install accessories such as gauges, pressure relief devices, thermometers, and monitoring equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
• Verify proper clearances, insulation placement, and component fit to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Perform electrical checks and resistance testing on completed assemblies.
• Operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment to move large components safely.
• Collaborate with teammates to build high-quality products while maintaining safety and workmanship standards.
• Take ownership of your work and contribute to building products that power essential infrastructure around the world.
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.
Qualifications:Required (Basic) Qualifications:• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) from an accredited institution is required.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship, now or in the future.
• 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:One year of experience in any of the following is highly valued:
• Mechanical assembly
• Electrical assembly or wiring
• Automotive repair or restoration
• Industrial maintenance
• Manufacturing
• Construction trades
• HVAC, electrical, or mechanical work
• Military maintenance experience
• Farm equipment or heavy equipment repair
• Blueprint or schematic reading
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Skills:Position Criteria:• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, reach, climb, stand, and work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
