Job Description
Electric Motor Shop Manager
Job Summary
The Electric Motor Shop Manager oversees all operations of an electrical motor repair shop, managing repairs and refurbishments of AC and DC motors ranging from 0.5hp to 5000hp. The role includes supervising in-shop processes (rewinding, machining, teardowns, rebuilds) and launching a field services division focused on laser alignment, vibration analysis, and preventive maintenance. The manager ensures high-quality repairs, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction while maintaining safety and industry standards.
This position is not open to relocation.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership
- Supervise and mentor a team of technicians, winders, and machinists, fostering a culture of precision and accountability.
- Coordinate training programs for staff to stay updated on modern technologies (e.g., computerized winding machines, laser alignment tools).
- Customer and Business Development
- Interface with clients to provide quotes, explain repair processes, and ensure transparency.
- Support the launch of field services by identifying customer needs and promoting services like preventive maintenance and laser alignment.
- Maintain records of repairs and service reports to aid customers in future maintenance planning.
Operational Management
- Manage shop operations, including scheduling, inventory control (e.g., spare parts, magnet wire), and equipment maintenance (e.g., burnout ovens, winding machines).
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols, ISO 9001:2015 standards, and certifications like EASA or CSA for hazardous locations.
- Monitor repair quality, turnaround times, and customer satisfaction, implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.
Technical Oversight
- Supervise and guide technicians in diagnosing, disassembling, repairing, and reassembling AC and DC motors (0.5hp–5000hp).
- Oversee rewinding processes, ensuring proper coil design, insulation (e.g., Class N, VFD-rated wire), and varnish application per EASA standards.
- Manage machining tasks, including shaft repair, bearing replacement, and dynamic balancing to minimize vibration and ensure motor efficiency.
- Conduct and review testing (e.g., surge testing, core loss testing, Baker testing) to verify motor functionality and compliance with OEM standards.
Field Services Leadership
- Develop and lead the field services division, including laser alignment, vibration analysis, and preventive maintenance for industrial clients.
- Train technicians in field service techniques, such as troubleshooting, predictive maintenance, and advanced diagnostics (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography).
- Coordinate on-site repairs, installations, and maintenance to minimize customer downtime.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 5–10 years in electric repair (motor repair preferred), with expertise in AC/DC motors (0.5hp–5000hp), rewinding, and machining. Minimum 2–3 years in a supervisory or management role. Experience with field services (laser alignment, vibration analysis) is a plus.
- Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of electrical theory, motor design, and troubleshooting (e.g., multimeters, AWA analyzers, surge testers).
- Proficiency in rewinding processes, including coil design, insulation, and VPI (Vacuum Pressure Impregnation) systems.
- Familiarity with machining (e.g., shaft repair, bearing replacement, dynamic balancing) and field service tools (e.g., laser alignment, vibration analysis equipment).
- Certifications: Preferred certifications include EASA, NETA, or vibration analysis (e.g., ISO 18436-2). OSHA safety training is a plus.
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage teams, prioritize tasks, and drive operational efficiency. Strong communication skills for customer interactions and team coordination.
- Education: Technical degree or diploma in electrical/mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience. Apprenticeship or vocational training in motor repair is highly valued.
- Other: Valid driver’s license for field service oversight. Ability to work in both shop and field environments.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift heavy components 50+ lbs, work in confined spaces, and travel for field services.
- Comfortable with high-voltage systems and adherence to lockout/tagout protocols.
- Ability to sit and or stand for extended periods to include 8 or more hours in a day as needed.
Work Environment
- Primarily shop-based with occasional field visits for service oversight.
- May involve exposure to industrial environments, noise, and contaminants.
- Flexible hours, including potential for emergency repair calls.
Ability to Exemplify Tristate's Core Values:
- Desire to Succeed
- Always Positive
- Do the Right Thing
- Values our Reputation
- Authentically Humble Yet Hungry
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation and performance bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits (health, retirement, paid time off)
- Career development and advancement in a growing organization
- A culture that celebrates teamwork, innovation, and safety
Ready to power up your career? Apply today and help us build the future of electrical infrastructure!
The salary, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Tristate Armature is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tristate is also a certified TN Drug Free Workplace.
Job Tags
Apprenticeship, Relocation, Flexible hours,