Job Description

Electric Motor Repair Technician

Department: Construction, Engineering, & Skilled Trades

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Indiana

Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 / year

Operating since 1951 and employing approximately 23 people. We offer 24-hour emergency service and specialize in the rebuilding of electrical, mechanical, and computer-controlled equipment for industrial clients. We are equipped with a machining department featuring lathes capable of handling shafts up to 18' long, a Vertical CNC Machine Center, and CNC lathes. We are also affiliated with IBEW Local 1392 and operate as a union shop.

The Electric Motor Repair Technician is responsible for the repair of AC & DC electric motors, water handling pumps, gear reducers, and various other types of industrial electrical and mechanical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• The technician must be capable of:
• Disassembling and reassembling industrial electric motors
• Identifying mechanical issues
• Inspecting and testing motor windings using high voltage equipment such as hi-pot testers and Surge testing equipment
• Performing necessary repairs
• The technician will work with single and three-phase voltages, including 115/230/460 volts and potentially up to 4,160 volts.
• Key Responsibilities
• Repair a variety of industrial electric motors and mechanical equipment
• Operate high-voltage testing equipment
• Use both large and small hand tools, hydraulic tools and presses rated at 100 tons, and precision tools
• Safely handle torches for heating purposes
• Travel to customer locations to troubleshoot, repair, remove, or install equipment on-site
• Manage and coordinate co-workers on job sites when required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience in repairing both electrical and mechanical industrial equipment
• Familiarity with testing electric motor windings and using high-voltage equipment
• Ability to work with voltages up to 4,160 volts
• Competency using a wide variety of tools and equipment
• Ability to work safely with heating torches and heavy machinery
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Chauffeur's license required at time of hire

Benefits

• Compensation
• Hourly pay rate based on union classification or applicable work experience (for non-union candidates)
• Union-sponsored Health & Welfare benefits and Retirement Plan
• $2.44/hour contributed to the retirement plan
• $9.77/hour contributed to the health insurance plan
• 401(k) plan
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid vacation: 1 to 4 weeks based on experience
• 1 optional personal day
• 4 days of paid sick time