Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shop floor operations for a team of technicians, including work allocation, prioritization, and troubleshooting
• Perform hands-on work on complex repairs, including:
  • AC/DC motor rewinding (random and form coil)
  • DC motor armature and field repairs
  • Diagnostic teardowns and equipment assessments
• Conduct quality inspections and testing and ensure proper documentation
• Support quoting by scoping jobs, identifying repair requirements, and assisting with cost and timeline estimates
• Train and mentor junior technicians and apprentices
• Communicate directly with customers regarding repair findings, options, timelines, and costs
• Ensure accurate daily time tracking across the team using digital systems
• Manage parts inventory and coordinate with suppliers
• Promote and enforce safety standards, including PPE, lockout/tagout, and 5S practices
• Provide weekly KPI updates to leadership on production status, bottlenecks, and improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electric Motor Systems Technician (Red Seal preferred) or minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience in motor repair and rewinding
• Strong experience with both AC and DC motors (rewinding, mechanical repair, and testing is required)
• Ability to read and interpret winding data sheets, electrical schematics, and connection diagrams independently
• Proven leadership ability or readiness to step into a leadership role
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills, including customer-facing interactions
• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., EASA or equivalent)
• Experience with VFD-rated insulation systems, form-coil winding, or large motors.