Winder/Electro-Mechanical Systems Technician (EMST)

For the past 30 years, Continental Group has grown to become a leader in the medium/high voltage motor & generator repair services industry through our dedication to innovative technology, unequaled services, and top-end products. At Continental, our commitment is ensuring our customers’ needs are met with skill, diligence, and swiftness every time. That is why we employ only the best technicians, journeymen, engineers, sales, and support staff in the industry.

We are currently looking for both Apprentice and Journeymen Winder/Electric Motor Systems Technicians (EMST). 

Electric Motor Systems Technicians (EMST) test, rebuild and repair electric motors, generators, transformers, and pumps. They maintain the electric motors and related equipment used to power machinery and equipment in various applications.

What you will be doing:

• Diagnose problems and dismantle electric motors, transformers, generators and pumps for servicing, modification or repair.


• Remove and replace shafts, bearings, commutators and other components, referring to blueprints or service manuals as required.


• Wind and assemble various types of coils for electric motors or transformers and reinstall them.


• Balance armatures or rotors, weld and braze or solder electrical connections, and align and adjust parts to close tolerances to reassemble items.


• Dismantle and/or strip damaged or unserviceable electro-mechanical equipment.


• Document all relevant data specific to unit’s electro-magnetic characteristics, operating conditions, existing damage or intended serviceability.


• Complete required paperwork for each job accurately and on a timely basis.


• Operate specialized repair and testing equipment including but not limited to: winding machines, test panels surge testers, core-loss testers, cut-off saws, burnout ovens, bake ovens, grinders, cranes, forklift trucks, brazing units, dip tanks, VPI systems and various handheld power and non-power tools.


• Ensure all work performed adheres to all relevant organizational, provincial and federal safety regulations, codes and specifications - knowledge of safe operating procedures.


• Other duties as required.

What we will give you:

• Competitive wage, dependent on experience


• Paid day off on your birthday


• Full extended Heath & Dental Benefits


• RRSP matching


• Education funding opportunities


• Career advancement opportunities


• Fun team and company-sponsored functions

What we need from you:

• 2nd Year Apprentice or higher.


• Journeyman tickets or equivalent training and work experience.


• A valid driver’s license and own transportation.


• Good mechanical aptitude and comfortable working in a heavy-duty mechanical setting.


• Ability to work independently in a busy environment.


• Physically able to lift up to 50 lb.


• Flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.


• Strong communication skills, both verbally and written.


• Accountability and strong attention to detail.


• Self-starter, with developed analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Strong computer skills.


• Safety training, an asset.

Continental is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Continental is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected status.