Electric Motor Diagnostics & Rebuild Technician (AC/DC)

Job Description

Job Description

A day in this role

Morning starts with a teardown: you’ll dismantle AC and DC electric motors, carefully documenting every finding as you inspect components across sizes through 15,000HP and 13,800v. Precision measurements with micrometers guide part evaluations, while you note clearances and conditions right into tablet-based job packets.

Next comes assembly and test. You’ll rebuild to spec, align and verify fits, then move to the test area to validate performance and insulation integrity. You will use the following instruments and systems as part of your routine:

• Meggers
• Low OHM Meters
• Micrometers
• AC/DC Test Panels
• Hi-Potential (HiPot) Tester
• Surge Comparison Tester
• Bar to Bar Tester

Throughout, you’ll adhere to all Customer requirements and specifications, ensuring workmanship, compliance, and traceability. All readings/measurements are documented in tablet-based job packets for full project records.

This position reports to the Mechanic Team Leader and works closely with peers across the shop to deliver reliable motors back to our customers.

What you’ll do

• Dismantle and perform detailed inspections on AC/DC motors through 15,000HP and 13,800v.
• Assemble, align, and test repaired units to meet specifications.
• Execute electrical and mechanical testing using the listed instruments.
• Record all test data and measurements in tablet-based job packets.
• Comply with Customer standards and internal quality procedures.

What you bring

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
• Mechanical Testing
• Manual Machining Skills

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• On-the-job Training
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Equal Opportunity

HECO Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.