Motor Technician

JOB SUMMARY

Monday-Friday 7am-4pm Primary functions include the repair, testing, and rewinding of electric motors and related industrial equipment. Key responsibilities are diagnosing and repairing units down to the component level, ordering necessary parts, updating repair notes in our tracking system, and ensuring full functionality using shop tools and test equipment. Additional duties involve inspecting, testing, cleaning, and labeling industrial surplus items, as well as evaluating incoming units for repair (including warranty returns), and verifying part numbers and quantities. Experience in electric motors, machine shop work, industrial maintenance, CNC, or robotics is highly desirable. Candidates must be comfortable working in a team environment and possess basic computer skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• (90%) Perform bench-level electro-mechanical repairs using standard troubleshooting methods
• (10%) Document repairs, communicate completion times, delays, and concerns
• Evaluate physical condition and diagnose malfunctions of units
• Estimate parts and labor costs for repairs
• Process units from pre-evaluation to Ready-to-Ship (RTS) condition
• Disassemble and reassemble motors using proper techniques
• Operate motor shop tools and equipment (e.g., rewind machines, burn-off oven, brazing torch, sandblast cabinet, rigging/lifting tools)
• Clean, sandblast, paint, and label completed motors
• Perform preventive maintenance, including bearing and seal replacement
• Test motors to verify compliance with specs using oscilloscopes, Mitchell Diagnostics, and OEM amplifiers
• Use IT systems for documentation and workflow
• Support cross-departmental work to help reduce customer backlog May be modified from time to time.

Other duties, tasks and work may be assigned. Metrics

TECHNICIAN METRICS

Metrics are based on jobs completed. Goals TBD and written in monthly and annual reviews.

WARRANTY METRICS

Individual warranty rate must be kept under 1% at all times. Your individual expected Warranty rate must be maintained for a three-month period to be considered for advancement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not applicable. This position has no direct reports

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints
• Ability to run industrial machinery independently, safely and accurately.
• Use of hand and power tools
• Required to bring your own tools as specified by the hiring manager

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

Strong Attention to detail Good problem-solving skills Computer proficiency Organized and able to manage multiple tasks Ability to work at a fast pace Ability to work independently and in a team environment Must possess good troubleshooting abilities Problem solving abilities Good communication skills

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Technical School Certification preferred
• Technical or Industrial product knowledge a plus

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasional reaching/working overhead, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Frequent walking
• Continuous standing and repetitive hand motion
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Lift, bend, and stand for extended periods
• Familiarity with handling heavy parts and utilizing safe handling equipment/practices

BONUS/COMMISSION PLAN

Eligible for commission after successful completion of introductory 90 days.

EMPLOYEE EVALUATION SUMMARY

Employee will be evaluated on quantitative productivity levels regarding amount of repairs that result from actions, number of items processed/followed-up and related activity. In addition to regular coaching, employee will receive the following written evaluations:

• Introductory Review
• Will be written at approximately 80 days after employment and will be used to determine whether employee has sufficiently met and performed the job requirements, and will indicate whether employment will continue
• Monthly Reviews
• Employee will be given a brief written monthly review primarily focused on quantitative performance and measurement of activity
• Annual Reviews
• Employee will be given a formal regular annual review, which assesses productivity and demonstrated business skills and accomplishments for the previous period.