Electric Motor Repair Technician
The Misch Group
2 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
$75,000 - $85,000 USD yearly
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.
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