What is an electric motor repairman and how to become one

Key steps to become an electric motor repairman

1. Explore electric motor repairman education requirements

   Most common electric motor repairman degrees

   High School Diploma

   42.9 %

   Associate

   29.6 %

   Bachelor's

   14.3 %

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2. Start to develop specific electric motor repairman skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Routine Maintenance	27.18%
   Electric Motors	14.00%
   Electrical Systems	8.51%
   Safety Procedures	7.86%
   Troubleshoot	7.03%

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3. Complete relevant electric motor repairman training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New electric motor repairmen learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an electric motor repairman based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real electric motor repairman resumes.

4. Research electric motor repairman duties and responsibilities

   • Replace defective coil leads and perform with oxy/acetylene brazing of connections of coils in specify sequence.
   • Perform and manage routine building maintenance tasks, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and minor HVAC repair and maintenance.
   • Install, troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical equipment, motors generators, electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes and conduits.
   • Operate cranes and forklifts on a regular basis.

5. Apply for electric motor repairman jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an electric motor repairman job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams