Electric Motor Repair Technician

Electric Motor Repair Technician

About the Company

We are a family-owned business located in South Bend, Indiana, 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.

Position Overview

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. 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
  
  

Requirements

• 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
  

Compensation

• Hourly pay rate based on union classification or applicable work experience (for non-union candidates)
  

Benefits

• 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
  
  

Salary : $2 - $10