Maintenance Technician Lead - Roanoke, VA

Maintenance Technician Lead - Roanoke, VA

Location:

Roanoke, VA

Hourly rate: $30.80 per hour, core hours 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.

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Eaton’s ES GEIS CHD division is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician Lead. The hourly rate, core hours and salary guidelines apply only to a qualified candidate with the necessary skills and experience.

• Oversee maintenance operations to ensure equipment, facilities, and systems function efficiently and safely.
• Lead and motivate maintenance technicians, assign tasks, and monitor performance.
• Provide training and mentorship 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.

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High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

Basic (Required)

Qualifications:

• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a maintenance role.
• A minimum of 3 years of leadership experience.
• No relocation benefit is offered; candidates must reside within 50 miles of Roanoke, VA.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for immigration sponsorship or relocation support.

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.

• 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 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.
• Basic computer literacy and use of hand tools and maintenance shop equipment.
• Highly ethical, self‑motivated, and effective working within cross‑functional teams.
• Willing to work extended hours or weekends when required.

• Healthcare/retirement savings programs.
• Wellness programs and resources.
• 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.
• Paid parental leave for birthing and non‑birthing parents.

City:
Roanoke
State:
Virginia

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Eaton

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing