Electrical Switchgear Tester - 1st Shift

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking an Electrical Switchgear Tester – 1st Shift. This position is based at our Omaha, NE facility.

The hourly rate for this position is $28.00 - $34.00 per 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.

The core hours are 6am – 3:30pm.

• Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites)
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs
• Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance
• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development
• Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs
• Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)

This Electrical Switchgear Tester is a vital position in our production process. Our electrical testers are the final step for all functional and quality checks for our large electrical products (Switchgear). Working in teams, you’ll review schematics and wiring diagrams to test connections, circuits, relays, and other transformers. Some programming of displays may be required depending on customer specifications. All testers become certified electrical workers and must proactively troubleshoot complex electrical circuits.

• Perform functional and operational tests to ensure wiring and assembly of the finished product matches the drawings and project specifications.
• Reference schematics and wiring diagrams to troubleshoot any errors during testing.
• Utilize meters and additional electrical testing equipment to verify all correct outputs.
• Safely perform all tests on Switchgear products in alignment with internal qualified electrical worker standards.
• Utilize computer software and hardware to conduct tests on electrical products and systems.
• Perform routine quality inspections on Switchgear during the assembly process.
• Maintain accurate quality records to identify trends for corrective measures.

• Must have an Associate’s Degree in an electrical or electromechanical technology from an accredited institution – OR a minimum of 2 years’ experience testing and troubleshooting electrical equipment with a high school diploma/GED – OR a minimum 2 years’ experience testing and troubleshooting electrical equipment with an Electronics associate’s degree.
• Must have worked with live electricity and troubleshooted live circuits.
• Must have worked with three‑phase electricity.
• Must be able to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 60‑mile radius of Omaha, NE will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

• Experience assembling and testing switch gear.
• Experience working with transformers, relays, and/or motor controls.
• NETA testing experience preferred.
• Three (3) years’ experience testing electrical equipment preferred.

• Working knowledge of the mechanical, electrical, and safety procedures of a manufacturing facility.
• May travel to customer sites for troubleshooting and repair.
• May include some evening and weekend work.
• Good problem‑solving and troubleshooting ability.
• Excellent history of work performance, teamwork, and attendance.

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