Motor Winding Technician - Phoenix

Based in Phoenix, AZ , you'll be the hands behind every motor rebuild — cutting out failed windings, manufacturing precision coils, and running VPI cycles that bring AC and DC motors back to full performance. This is detail-intensive, skilled trade work on medium voltage equipment where your craftsmanship directly keeps critical operations running.

What's In It For You

• Competitive Pay: $35.00/hr – $50.00/hr depending on experience — plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation support of up to one month's salary for new hires.
• Get Paid Every Friday: Why wait? Enjoy the financial peace of mind that comes with a consistent, weekly paycheck. We believe in rewarding your hard work on a weekly basis, no more waiting for bi-weekly pay cycles.
• Variety of Work: From coil manufacturing and surge testing to VPI operations and mechanical assembly, no two days look the same
• Hands-On Skilled Trade: Work with precision measuring tools, winding machines, bake ovens, and VPI systems — this role puts your technical abilities to use every day
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, wellness discount, and safety shoes & glasses stipend
• Financial Security: 401(k) with 50% employer match up to 6%, referral bonuses, and relocation assistance
• Time to Recharge: Paid time off that lets you step away and come back sharp — plus tuition assistance to keep growing your technical credentials
• Career Growth: Training programs and advancement opportunities across one of the largest industrial service networks in the U.S.

Who Thrives Here

• 1–3+ years in motor winding — AC, DC, and medium voltage experience
• You read winding data sheets and technical drawings confidently
• Experienced with VPI systems, bake ovens, and surge/resistance testing
• Precise and methodical — you take insulation integrity and documentation seriously
• Comfortable working independently on complex repair work in an industrial environment

What You'll Do

• Teardown & evaluation: Cut out, clean, and evaluate stators and armatures from failed AC and DC motors including medium voltage equipment; inspect core laminations and record visual and mechanical findings; remove, label, and document coils, leads, and insulation materials
• Coil manufacturing & winding: Manufacture, form, and shape coils using appropriate winding techniques and specifications; measure, cut, and install slot paper and phase insulation per winding data sheets; install coils into stator or armature slots with proper alignment, fit, and insulation integrity
• Connection & finishing: Tie, lace, and connect coil ends using industry-standard practices; trim, solder, and insulate leads per specifications; support mechanical assembly including bearings, endbells, and related components
• Testing & impregnation: Perform surge and resistance testing to verify coil integrity; execute VPI cycles including setup, vacuum, and pressure stages; prepare motors for varnish processes and operate bake ovens per shop and safety standards
• Documentation & shop standards: Accurately document test data, VPI cycle information, and quality checks; maintain winding material inventory; keep a clean, organized, and safe work environment per company standards

What You'll Need

• Experience & Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or EET coursework preferred; 1–3+ years of motor winding experience including AC/DC and medium voltage applications
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical principles, motor components, and insulation systems; ability to read and interpret winding data sheets, specifications, and technical drawings
• Hands-On Skills: Experience with coil manufacturing, installation, and insulation processes; proficiency in surge and resistance testing; comfortable operating winding machines, bake ovens, and VPI systems; ability to use precision measuring tools including micrometers and calipers
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted; frequent standing, bending, and handling of motor components; ability to work in an industrial environment including exposure to heat, noise, and varnish fumes with proper PPE

About OTC Industrial Technologies

OTC Industrial Technologies is one of the largest industrial distribution and service companies in the U.S., with a strong presence across motor repair, automation, and industrial solutions. Our Phoenix, AZ facility serves customers across a broad range of industries with the technical depth and craftsmanship to handle complex motor repair and rebuild work.

Learn more about OTC here:  About Us | OTC Industrial Technologies