Sr Rotating Equipment Field Service Technician
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Perform troubleshooting, inspection, maintenance, repair, and commissioning of industrial motors, generators, and rotating equipment across North America. Diagnose electrical and mechanical failures using advanced testing methods, conduct vibration analysis, and provide technical recommendations for repairs and upgrades. Serve as a primary technical contact to assist customers with startup and operational support while preparing detailed service reports. Work independently at customer facilities to ensure equipment reliability and customer satisfaction. This role requires extensive hands-on experience with AC/DC motors and the ability to travel extensively throughout assigned territories.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial motors or rotating equipment
- Strong experience with AC/DC motor diagnostics and repair
- Experience performing field service work at customer facilities
- Ability to independently troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment failures
- Strong understanding of industrial maintenance and reliability principles
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to travel extensively throughout assigned territories
- Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or related technical discipline
- Equivalent combination of military training, trade school certification, apprenticeship, or industry experience
- Technical certifications in vibration analysis, motor diagnostics, reliability, or rotating equipment maintenance
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, work at heights, and work in industrial environments for extended periods
- Ability to travel frequently and work at customer facilities, including manufacturing plants and industrial sites
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
Desired Qualifications
- 8+ years of industrial motor, generator, or rotating equipment service experience
- Experience with commissioning, startup, and field overhauls
- Previous experience working for a motor manufacturer, repair facility, OEM, or rotating equipment service provider
- Knowledge of industry standards including: NEMA, IEEE, UL, CE
- Experience supporting customers in power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, manufacturing, water/wastewater, mining, or other heavy industrial environments
- AC/DC Motor Repair
- Motor Failure Analysis
- Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
- Vibration Analysis
- Predictive & Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical and Electrical Troubleshooting
- Generator Maintenance & Repair
- Commissioning & Startup Support
- Alignment & Precision Measurement
- Electrical Testing Equipment
- Oscilloscopes, Meters, Meggers, and Diagnostic Instruments
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM and Service Management Systems
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