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Modification Technician - Portland OR
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What they do
An Electrical Substation or Relay Repairer works at an electrical substation and operates equipment that controls the flow of electricity. Maintains and repairs relays or switches in a system that allows electricity from a power station to travel through the substation out to the distribution system and to customers.
$85,488 / year median in Oregon
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Modification Technician - Portland OR
Department:
Mod Shop
Location:
Fairview, OR About the role: WEG Electric Corp. has a great opportunity for a Modification Technician to join our team in Portland OR. This role provides in-house modifications to electric motors.
Primary Responsibilities:
Modify electric motors as per customer specification.
Deliver finished product to designated shipping area
Processing of completed production orders and quality inspection sheets in SAP daily.
Support the Mod Shop Lead in projects to achieve on time delivery goals.
Perform tasks in a safe environment while using all necessary PPE
Complete daily equipment operation checklists
Complete daily cleaning assignments
Education:
High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Knowledge / training:
Knowledge of low/med voltage AC motors preferred
Understand and follow safety procedures
Strong mechanical assembly experience
Ability to understand and follow written procedures
Ability to use and operate manual tools and power tools in hands-on applications
Forklift operation experience preferred
Ability to use Microsoft Office software
SAP and other business software experience is preferred
Ability to complete assigned modification jobs without assistance
Ability to follow test equipment procedures and interpret test results
Ability to identify physical nonconformities on AC motors
Knowledge to properly identify materials & components for modifications
Ability to assist fellow technicians on modifications
Experience:
2 to 4 years of related experience About WEG Electric Corp. WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates mainly in the sector of capital goods, having five main businesses: Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is located in Duluth, GA with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana and Missouri with over 30 thousand employees worldwide. Visit our website to learn more: www.weg.net We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package.
To Apply:
All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance