Power Tool Repair Technician – Corded & Cordless

Innovative Tooling & Accessories, Inc. is a broad-line, business-to-business distributor of pneumatic tools, maintenance, repair, operating supplies and other related products and services.

We are in search of a skilled, self-motivated and experienced Electric Tool Repair Technician. The primary responsibility of the Electric Tool Repair Technician is to service, troubleshoot and repair portable electric power tools, both corded and cordless (battery-powered). Tools include drills, impact drivers and wrenches, grinders, sanders, saws, rotary hammers, magnetic drill presses and similar industrial power tools. Duties require electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, repair, assembly and post-repair safety testing.

• Disassembles and assembles corded and cordless electric tools, inspects and performs preventive maintenance.
• Diagnoses electrical and mechanical faults using a multimeter, armature tester and other test equipment, and gives recommendations for repair or replacement.
• Tests, repairs and replaces motor components including armatures, fields, brushes, commutators and bearings.
• Repairs or replaces switches, cords, plugs, internal wiring, speed controls, electronic modules and gearing.
• Troubleshoots cordless tools, brushless motors, battery packs and chargers.
• Reads wiring diagrams, schematics and manufacturer parts breakdowns, and uses service manuals to complete work correctly.
• Reassembles units according to manufacturer specifications and makes necessary adjustments to the repaired unit.
• Performs post-repair electrical safety testing (ground continuity, insulation resistance) and run testing before tools are returned to customers.
• Clean and maintain work area.
• Additional duties as assigned by manager.
• Adheres to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards, including safe electrical work practices.

To be successful in this position you should have a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude, knowledge of tools applicable to the position and the desire to learn. You should possess a strong sense of urgency and desire to provide superior customer service. The ability to take direction, work with minimal supervision, and must maintain effective working relationships with others is required for this position as well.

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training in electrical or electronics preferred
• 3+ years of experience repairing electric power tools, electric motors or similar electro-mechanical equipment
• Working knowledge of AC/DC circuits, universal and brushless motors, and tool wiring
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics and exploded parts views
• Proficient with a multimeter and basic electrical test equipment
• Experience with cordless / lithium-ion battery tools preferred
• Basic knowledge of hand & shop tools
• Ability to safely lift 50 lbs
• Successful completion of post offer background checks and drug screen
• Possess intermediate computer skills
• Competitive hourly pay (based on experience) + Commission
• Employer-paid term life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for growth within a stable and growing industrial company