Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift.

Core hours for this role are 6:30am – 3:00pm. The hourly rate for this position is $30 per hour. Salary information is a general guideline only and may vary according to candidate skills, experience, qualifications, and market and business considerations.

Primary function: maintain, repair machinery, equipment, plant utilities, and buildings. Responsible for mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and facility repairs.

• Repair malfunctioning machines and equipment in a timely manner and escalate problems requiring assistance to the supervisor for corrective action.
• Maintain equipment such as air compressors, forklift batteries, trash compactors, stretch wrappers, cranes, and lifting equipment; basic plumbing (sinks, toilets) and repair of pneumatic air lines, tools, and production equipment.
• Complete scheduled inspections of dock plates and overhead doors, fire extinguishers, emergency lights, and warehouse racking.
• Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation.
• Use and maintain a variety of hand and power tools safely, ensuring they are properly stored, accounted for, and kept in good working condition.
• Operate scissor lifts and work comfortably at heights.
• Build/assemble workstations, office furniture, hanging banners or signage.
• Install and relocate safety barriers and bollards by securely anchoring them in concrete to support equipment moves and ensure workplace safety.
• Assist in the installation and relocation involving production machines and equipment alongside external vendors as necessary.
• Keep the maintenance crib clean and orderly while managing tool and part inventory for accountability and efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and manuals, and proficient in using a variety of hand and power tools, including tape measures.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Capability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods during maintenance activities.
• Experience operating equipment at elevated heights and working with automated conveyor systems.
• No relocation benefit is offered; only candidates residing within 50 miles of Indianapolis, IN are considered, unless active-duty military (who are exempt).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of electrical specialty/automation experience.
• Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field.

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Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with an arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their history, consistent with applicable 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.

Applicability of benefits:
Eaton provides Health and Welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs for paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and collective bargaining agreements.