Entry Level Assembly Technician 1st Shift - Copper Installation

Eaton Corporation

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Omaha, Nebraska, US, 68107 Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted August 3, 2025 Last posted August 3, 2025
Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking an Entry Level Assembly Technician 1st Shift - Copper Installation. 

1st Shift Hours: 6am - 3:30pm Monday - Thursday, 6am - 10am Friday. Overtime may exceed these hours and can be mandated up to a 56 - hour work week. 

The hourly rate for this position is $19.00 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. 

What you’ll do:

This position assembles and installs copper bus and other accessories, into medium voltage (5-38kv) switchgear assemblies. These assemblies will reside at power substations and distribute power to homes and businesses around the world. 

In this function you will: 
•    Install, copper bus bars into medium voltage switchgear assemblies.  
•    Utilize drawings and schematics, as well as tape measures to ensure all installed components are within tolerance. 
•    Fabricate and install additional accessories (boots, clastic, additional wiring) into the switchgear assemblies
•    Able to stand, sit, bend and work from a ladder throughout the day, some parts maybe be heavy to some operators
•    Assembly includes some wiring tasks as needed
•    Inspect all assemblies for loose or missing hardware and cleanliness
•    Respond to change notices, customer requested adjustments and development needs 
•    Assist in the development of standard prints 
•    Focus on safety, customer service, quality, productivity

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications: 
•    High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution
•    Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future
•    Must live within a 50 - mile radius of Omaha, NE (Active - Duty military are exempt from the geographical requirement)

Preferred Qualifications: 
•    1-year related experience in electrical wiring in a manufacturing environment
•    Light construction experience
•    Ability to read and interpret drawings or wire diagrams
•    Experience with precisions measuring devices, hand/power tools, and torque wrenches 

Skills:

•    Working knowledge of the mechanical, electrical, and safety procedures of a manufacturing facility

•    Ability to lift up to 35 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations

•    Ability to kneel, stoop, squat, and move up and down ladders, as it relates to handling materials 
•    Must be willing to work overtime as required, including weekends and evenings
•    Good problem solving and troubleshooting ability
•    Excellent history of work performance, teamwork and attendance

 

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About this role

Summary

Assemble and install copper bus in medium voltage switchgear.

Job title

Entry Level Assembly Technician 1st Shift - Copper Installation

Experience level

entry level

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Must live within 50 miles of Omaha, NE; no remote work

Salary

$19.00 per hour

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diplomawork in the United Statesmechanical knowledgeelectrical knowledgesafety procedures

Preferred skills

electrical wiringlight constructionread drawingsprecision measuringhand tools

Specializations

assemblyelectricalsafetywiringconstruction
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Omaha, NE, USA

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