Motor Winder

Summary

Provide winding support on various kinds of electric motors based off wiring diagrams and repair orders. Manufacture and install from wound and random wound coils on AC/DC electric motors, generators, armatures, rotors, stator coils and related electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Reviews wiring diagrams and repair order or examine sample coil to ascertain type and size of wire specified, and type, size, length, circumference, of coil to be wound.
• Installs coils in stator.
• Cut wire to form leads.
• Connect coils by means of silver soldering.
• Test coils for winding continuity.
• Install leads to windings by means of hydraulic crimping.
• Completes Process Control Records completely and accurately.
• Safely operate various overhead cranes, forklifts, and various handheld power tools.
• Support supervisors with various other plant assignments as needed.
• Observe all safety procedures and use of proper protective gear.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic electric concepts, hydraulics, and electrical and mechanical systems.
• Must demonstrate troubleshooting skills utilizing Megger, Fluke, Ohm, Hi-Pot and Multimeter equipment, and test instruments.
• Ability to read charts, diagrams, drawings, and blueprints.
• High School Diploma or GED REQUIRED
• 2+ years’ experience winding, servicing, and repairing industrial electric motors.
• A minimum of 2 to 3 years’ experience in electrical/mechanical repair, motor shop servicing or completion of an accredited EASA or military training program.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team as applicable.
• Requires diagnostic troubleshooting, disassembly, measurement, data collection, failure analysis, repair, re-assembly, testing and safety abilities at a career skilled tradesman level.