Electric Motor Technician

Position Summary

Troubleshoot and repair various electrical mechanical rotating equipment based on your skillset and mechanical aptitude .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Understand and follow all Safety processes and procedures including the use of required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). Read job cards to determine: Job status, work authorization/limitations, estimate, description of problems and/or work scope. Test electro-mechanical rotating equipment to troubleshoot known or suspected problems using various testing methods (AC/DC).

Below are some examples. 3 phase motors DC motors Single phase motors Magnetic clutch units Gearboxes/Transmissions Generators and/or Alternators Compressors and Lobe Blowers Name brands examples Motors

• ABB, Baldor/Reliance, Ideal, Louis Allis, Siemens, US Generators
• ABB, Siemens, EMD of GM, Vestas Gearboxes – Reliance, Cone Drive, Eurodrive Compressors – Sutor Built, Carrier, Trane Disassemble equipment noting parts identification, configuration and condition. Ability to operate grinders, drills, cranes, forklift trucks, torches, cut off saws etc. Clean equipment assemblies as needed through various methods and steps, including but not limited to parts washers, steam cleaners and sand blasters. Measure for and note proper replacement parts while correctly submitting a requisition for the needed items. Replace or repair worn or defective mechanical or electrical parts and assemblies, included but limited to: Brushes, bearings, brush holders, gears, seals, impellers, mechanical switches, brakes, clutches, tachometers, fans, etc. as required per the ISS technical traveler. Test repaired apparatus for proper output and/or operation as per ISS or customer specifications. Complete required paperwork for each job accurately and on a timely basis. Operate specialized repair and testing equipment. Multi-Meter – Used for checking continuity , capacitor testing, diode testing Megohm Meter
• Used to test insulation resistance Surge Tester – Used to detect insulation breakdowns between circuits. Hi-pot Tester – Used to detect amount of current leakage through insulation Motor Test Panels
• Testing apparatus at rated voltages for proper operation before and after repair Balance of various types of rotating equipment including but not limited to fans, rotors, armatures, rolls, impellers, blowers, etc. Using IRD and /or Dynamics balancing machines. Keep work area Safe, clean, and organized. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Production Manager.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED is required. Trade school, vocational/technical school, military, or on-the-job technician training and/or certifications is preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.