Power Distribution Field Service Technician - Chicago, IL

Description:
Eaton Corporation located in Chicago, IL has an immediate opening for a Power Distribution Field Service Technician.

The primary function of the Service Technician is to provide field service engineering and technical assistance to customers in the areas of installation, testing, start-up, maintenance, repair, training and modification of electrical power distribution equipment, controls and rotating apparatus for commercial, petrochemical, mining, water and waste water and power generation facilities. Individuals must be capable of self-managing assigned projects for electrical equipment, including a working knowledge of electrical test and diagnostic equipment. Equipment includes circuit breakers, switchgear, motor control centers, relays, meters, programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, transducers, contactors, ground-grid systems, switchboards, panelboards and various other electrical equipment. Candidate must be able to deliver technical solutions to customers with a high degree of professionalism. Performs conventional less complex engineering assignments that may involve equipment or product design, testing of materials, preparation of specifications, process studies, or research investigations. Must be able to evaluate electrical distribution systems in compliance with industry (NEC, ANSI, UL and CSA) standards.


If interested, please apply online at www.eatonjobs.com indicating salary requirements/history. No phone calls or 3rd party vendors please.

Qualifications:
Associates Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required with Bachelor degree preferred. 5-7 yrs. experience in a field service environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must with the ability to be flexible to adjust to changing field conditions.

Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience
Eaton's comprehensive benefits package - medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement savings plans and more - offers flexibility, choice and value. We know that, as a significant part of Eaton's total compensation package, good benefit plans are important to employees and their families.
Flexible Benefits Help Employees Find Coverage That's Right for Them Including:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
*Life and AD&D Insurance
*Disability
*Flexible Spending Accounts
*Total Retirement Resources
*The Eaton Personal Pension Account
*The Eaton Savings Plan (ESP) and Eaton Personal Investment Plan (EPIP
*Finding the Balance with Work/Life Programs.
*Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
*Wellness Programs and Concierge Services
*Adoption Benefits
*Holidays
*Leaves of Absence
*Paid Vacation
*Tuition Reimbursement

Job Location: Chicago, IL

Job Number: 13368BR

Company URL: http://www.eatonjobs.com

Company Profile:
Eaton Corporation is a diversified industrial manufacturer with 2005 sales of $11.1 billion. Eaton is a global leader in electrical systems and components for power quality, distribution and control; fluid power systems and services for industrial, mobile and aircraft equipment; intelligent truck drivetrain systems for safety and fuel economy; and automotive engine air management systems, powertrain solutions and specialty controls for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has 59,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 125 countries.