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Maintenance Technician Lead - Roanoke, VA

  2026-01-09     National Guard Employment Network     Roanoke,VA  
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Job Description

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Eaton's ES GEIS CHD division is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician Lead. The core hours are 7:00am to 3:30pm. The hourly rate for this position is 30.80 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:
As a Maintenance Technician Lead is responsible for overseeing maintenance operations to ensure equipment, facilities, and systems function efficiently and safely. This role provides leadership to maintenance technicians, coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance activities, and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards. The Maintenance Technician Lead plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Direct and motivate maintenance team members, assign tasks, and monitor performance.
Provide training and mentorship to technicians on troubleshooting and safety protocols.
Perform and oversee preventive and reactive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, including PLCs, VFDs, and control panels.
Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
Coordinate work orders and ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
Enforce adherence to OSHA, LOTO and MESH company safety standards.
Conduct safety meetings and maintain accurate maintenance records.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Perform other related duties as assigned

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Qualifications:
Basic (Required) Qualifications:

A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in maintenance role.
High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
A minimum of 3 years leadership experience.
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of Roanoke, VA (50 miles) will be considered for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:

Technical certification or associate degree preferred.
HVAC training and/or certification
Certification in electrical, mechanical or related field from an accredited college or vocational school
Associate's degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance from an accredited college or vocational school
Lean/ six sigma experience
Position Criteria:
Ability to create and execute work order planning
Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and control systems (PLC, hydraulics, pneumatics).
Familiarity with TPM, RCM, and lean manufacturing principles.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Capable of fulfilling job responsibilities with minimal oversight
Open to operating powered lifting and transport equipment, such as scissor lifts and forklifts
Able to climb ladders and stairs, and lift items weighing up to 45 pounds
Comfortable standing, walking, bending, reaching, and pulling frequently and for extended durations
Demonstrates basic computer literacy
Skilled in using hand tools and maintenance shop equipment
Proven electrical and mechanical skills and experience
Highly ethical, self-motivated, and effective working within cross-functional teams
Willing to work extended hours or weekends when required
Benefits and Perks:
You give us your best, we'll reward you well. Eaton strives to provide industry competitive, employee well-being focused benefits and programs globally. Some of the programs offered are:
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs to support you now and as you plan for the future
• Wellness programs and resources to support the wellbeing of you and your family
• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development
• Paid time off with vacation, and holiday observance
• Donation matching
• Recognition programs for a wide range of achievements
• Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance
• Paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents


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