electric motor systems technician

Electric Motor Service Limited; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electric motor service industry is seeking a skilled technician to troubleshoot and repair a variety of electro-mechanical equipment. The position requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, as well as experience with blueprints. Candidates should possess a trades certificate and at least five years of relevant experience. Must be capable of working at various locations with their own transportation.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more experience required.
• Valid driver's license and own transportation needed.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints to determine work requirements.
• Troubleshoot and repair electric motors and other equipment.
• Perform on-site servicing and repair.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Skills

Electrical Skills

Blueprint Reading

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

• Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience : 5 years or more

Work setting

• Maintenance
• Testing
• Service
• Various locations

Tasks

• Read blueprints to determine work requirements
• Test and observe electrical and mechanical conditions of equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair electric motors, transformers, switchgear, generators and other electro-mechanical equipment
• Replace or recondition shafts, bearings, commutators and other components
• Wind, assemble and install various types of coils
• Perform static or dynamic balancing of armatures or rotors
• Perform on-site servicing and repair
• Test and repair or replace faulty wiring or components in electrical switchgear
• Test repaired motors, transformers, switchgear or other electrical apparatus to ensure proper performance

Area of specialization

• Electric motors
• Rotors
• Bearings
• Coils
• Armatures
• Generators

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities