Job Title: Field Service Motor Technician
About Us
Red Stick Armature Works has been in business since 1959, making us the oldest locally owned, complete electromechanical repair and service facility in Louisiana. We are a growing, motivated company located in St. Francisville, LA.
Job Summary
We are looking for a hands-on Field Service Motor Technician to work on electric motors and rotating equipment at customer job sites. This position includes troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, equipment installation, and alignment work in industrial environments.
The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-minded, and comfortable working in the field, around heavy equipment, and in fast-paced industrial settings. Overtime, weekends, callouts, and outage work may be required as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, test, and install electric motors and rotating equipment at customer sites.
- Disassemble, inspect, and repair industrial equipment and motor components.
- Remove, replace, and align rotating equipment.
- Perform mechanical repairs, seal replacements, and equipment adjustments.
- Use hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment to diagnose issues.
- Inspect equipment for wear, damage, or safety concerns.
- Follow all safety procedures and job site requirements.
- Work independently or with a crew to complete jobs safely and efficiently.
- Complete job paperwork and communicate repair findings with supervisors and customers.
- Support outage, emergency, and after-hours work as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Hands-on experience repairing electric motors or rotating equipment in an industrial or shop environment.
- Mechanical or industrial maintenance experience.
- Experience with cranes and rigging.
- Basic math and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to learn and follow job procedures and safety rules.
- Knowledge of industrial safety practices.
- Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card & Security Passport
- Ability to complete the OSHA Basic Plus Orientation
- Participation in the DISA Program
- Valid driver’s license with no major violations in the past three years.
- Availability of working overtime, weekends, on-call, and off-shift as needed.
- Must be able to pass a drug and physical test.
Compensation
- Monday through Friday schedule (8 hour days)
- Competitive Base Pay (based on experience).
- Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours worked in a day.
- Double-time pay after 12 hours worked in a day.
- All Saturday hours are paid at overtime rate.
- Hours worked on Sundays or company holidays are paid at double-time rate.
Other Benefits
- Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance (Company-paid)
- Long-Term Disability
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- 401K & 4% Company Match (After completion of one year of employment)
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
Red Stick Armature Works (RSAW) is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, and local laws.
RSAW provides a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or employment, please contact us to discuss your needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have working in a field service role?
- What is your proposed salary?
- How did you hear about this position? (If a current or previous employee recommended you, please list their full name.)
- Can you reasonably commute to Saint Francisville, LA? (Please list if relocation is needed.)
- How many years of experience do you have repairing electric motors or rotating equipment?
Work Location: In person
