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Field Service Representative (Technician / Technologist)

AT Eaton
Eaton

Field Service Representative (Technician / Technologist)

Oshawa, Canada

Eaton's ES AMER PCS division is currently seeking a Field Service Representative (Technician / Technologist). This position is based at our Whitby, ON Eaton facility and offers a hybrid working schedule. Frequent travel to customer sites in the local area is required. In addition to providing full benefits on day 1 of employment, you will also receive a company vehicle, cell phone. laptop, testing tools, and paid overtime compensation.

What you'll do:

The Field Service Technician is responsible for providing field service support and consultation such as acceptance testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of low, medium, and high voltage systems; advise customers and provide best technical solution to solve the customer issue; complete assigned jobs with assistance from lead technicians and engineers; conduct required tests and calibration using test equipment; check and maintain equipment to ensure compliance with applicable standards.

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The primary purpose of this position is to provide field service engineering and technical assistance to customers in areas of installation, startup, maintenance, repair, training and modification on power transmission, distribution and generation equipment and systems.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Provide field service engineering, technical assistance, scheduling and sales support direction to customers in areas of installation, testing, startup, maintenance, repair, training and modification of electrical power distribution equipment
  • Responsible to self-manage assigned projects for electrical equipment; knowledge of electrical test and diagnostic equipment.
  • Deliver technical solutions to customers.
  • Performs less conventional complex engineering assignments that may involve equipment or product design, testing of materials, process studies, or research investigations.
  • Mentor less experienced technicians.
  • Provide technical training to internal and external customers.
  • Perform all job functions with adherence to Eaton's Philosophy and Values, as well as Safety and Environmental standards.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

  • Electrical Engineering Technologist diploma or similar from an accredited institution
  • Five (5) years of experience evaluating and servicing electrical distribution or control systems
  • Two (2) years of experience working on medium voltage equipment
  • No relocation assistance is provided. Must currently reside within 80km of the working location to be considered
  • Must be able to travel to customer sites locally (company vehicle provided) and to the United States for training on Eaton safety and products
  • Valid and unrestricted driver's license is required
  • Legally authorized to work in Canada without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certified Engineering Technologist (CET)
  • Red Seal (309A) Interprovincial Journeyman Electrician Certification/Ticket
  • Experience in protective relays preferred
  • Experience in performing power quality measurements, troubleshooting, and analysis preferred

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Client-provided location(s): Whitby, ON, Canada
Job ID: Eaton-35754Whitby
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)