A motor is described that includes a motor enclosure, a motor-bearing assembly, a motor control unit, and a mid shield. The motor-bearing assembly is configured for placement within the motor enclosure, and a portion of the motor control unit is configured for placement within the motor enclosure. The mid shield is configured for placement within the motor enclosure between the motor control unit and the motor-bearing assembly. The mid shield is further configured to allow removal of the motor control unit without disturbance of the motor-bearing assembly.