Large-Motor Shop Mechanic (AC/DC, 3,000 HP)

Shermco Industries; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Shermco Industries in Irving, TX is seeking an experienced Motor Shop Mechanic to service and repair large AC/DC motors and generators. The role involves dismantling, inspecting, and reassembling components, and testing performance.

Candidates must lift up to 75 lbs, operate overhead cranes, work overtime, and pass background and drug tests. Excellent mechanical aptitude and English fluency required; travel occasional.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting, dismantling, and reassembly of large AC and DC industrial motors or wind generators up to 3,000 HP.
• Must be able to safely lift and maneuver up to 75 lbs.
• Must be and remain Drug-Free; subject to periodic, unannounced random drug tests.
• Must have and maintain a good criminal background check.
• All offers are conditioned on acceptable results from a background check and drug and alcohol screening.
• Must be willing and able to work regular overtime including nights, weekends, and some holidays.
• Must be able to fluently read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Test, inspect, evaluate, dismantle, repair, and reassemble AC and DC electric motors, generators, and pumps.
• Disassemble and remove armature, stator or rotor from frame or stators.
• Examine coil connections for broken or defective wiring.
• Examine all parts for cracks, wear, rubbing, broken or out of tolerances for specific parameters.
• Remove bearings from shafts and/or housings.
• Examine bearings, shafts, and other moving parts for excessive wear or defects.
• Test coils, armatures, stators, rotors and field coils for continuity, shorts and grounds and insulation resistance
• Measure and record machined parts fits.
• Prepare parts for assembly.
• Assemble and test rotating machine for specified performance.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Fluent English

Tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

Shermco Industries in Irving, TX is seeking an experienced Motor Shop Mechanic to service and repair large AC/DC motors and generators. The role involves dismantling, inspecting, and reassembling components, and testing performance.

Candidates must lift up to 75 lbs, operate overhead cranes, work overtime, and pass background and drug tests. Excellent mechanical aptitude and English fluency required; travel occasional.