Shop Mechanic (47970)
About The Position
At Romanoff Industries, Electric Motor Mechanics are crucial to their reputation as a trusted name in the industry. With over 45 years in the electric motor business and one of the largest inventories of used, surplus, and reconditioned motors in North America, Romanoff Industries maintains high standards for used equipment. This role involves working in the Toledo shop to disassemble, repair, test, and recondition AC/DC motors. No prior motor experience is required, only a strong mechanical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic. Founded in 1979, Romanoff Industries has grown significantly, operating from a 150,000+ sq. ft. headquarters in Toledo, OH, with additional locations in Henderson, NV, and Baton Rouge, LA. They serve end-users and resellers nationwide, having established their own reconditioning standards. In 2024, Romanoff joined Motion & Control Enterprises (MCE), gaining the resources of a top-50 national industrial distributor while retaining its core expertise and culture.
Requirements
- Strong mechanical aptitude; you understand how things work and can figure out how to fix them.
- Physical strength and stamina for hands-on shop work, lifting, moving, and working with heavy equipment.
- Basic math skills and the ability to interpret measurements accurately.
- Willingness to learn and grow, we'll teach you the rest.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working with electric motors, controls, or electrical systems, a strong head start.
- Background in a related mechanical or industrial trade (machinist, maintenance technician, electrician, etc.).
- Forklift or overhead crane experience.
Responsibilities
- Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble AC/DC electric motors and accessories to Romanoff's stringent quality standards.
- Operate cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment to safely position parts throughout the repair process.
- Maintain all shop tools and equipment in proper working order; keep your workspace clean and organized to standard.
- Perform routine motor testing including: megging, surge/hipot testing, micrometer fits, single-phase rotor tests, growler tests, drop tests, bar-to-bar tests, and dynamic balancing.
- Work in full accordance with all safety guidelines — every job, every time.
- Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time for every order.
Benefits
- All required tools provided; no need to purchase or bring your own.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Company-paid life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) with a generous company match.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement: we invest in your development.
- Paid parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Fitness and nutrition resources.
- Voluntary benefit products.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
