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Location: Thornton, IL, United States
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Who We Are:  

Integrated Power Services (IPS) is the leading North American solution provider for power management, electro-mechanical and rotating assets. Serving customers across a wide range of industries, including power generation, utilities, water and wastewater, petrochemicals, air separation, oil & gas, metals, mining, paper, aggregates, and cement. 

IPS defines world-class electric motor and generator repair, and Power Management every day. When you work for IPS, you can learn from industry experts and discover your potential while being part of a winning team committed to upholding our core values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, Entrepreneurial Spirit. 

Responsibilities and Expectations: 

We are looking for a skilled Winder to join our team.  As a Winder for IPS, you’d be responsible for rewinding various kinds of basic electromechanical equipment including removing the original winding, inspecting for winding failure damage, recording data from the original winding, making new coils, winding, and performing voltage testing on standard/basic windings. This is a progressive role that will be filled at the level based on the skills and experience of the selected candidate. Responsibilities may include:

  • Rewind various kinds of electromechanical equipment
  • Dismantle and/or strip damaged or unserviceable electromechanical equipment, including media blasting
  • Inspect various kinds of electromechanical equipment for winding damage and evidence of electrical malfunctions
  • Document/record all relevant data specific to unit’s electromagnetic characteristics, operating conditions, existing damage, or intended serviceability
  • Prepare all reusable parts for rewinding and inspect renewed parts for hidden, structural damage or unusual conditions.
  • Ability to strip stator or apparatus without damage to core or iron
  • Test rewound electromechanical equipment according to EASA Standards and document test results

Qualifications and Competencies: 

  • 5+ years of experience in rewinding AC and DC electric motors
  • Prior practice in winding fields, armatures, and synchronous rotor poles
  • Ability to perform basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division including understanding fractions
  • Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple to moderately complex written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to understand, perform, and retain various job-related training, operational, and safety procedures
  • Ability to operate and perform VPI
  • Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and decision making related to routine duties within set company standards
  • Ability to operate machinery and hoists

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time    
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to 50 lbs.

Benefits:  

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401k Employer Match
  • On-the-job training
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program 
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans
  • Safety shoe & glasses reimbursement
  • And more!

IPS is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. As a federal contractor, our company is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. Candidates for this position are required to complete a pre-employment drug screen successfully. The drug screening process will include testing for substances that may impair one's ability to perform the job safely and effectively.

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Special Accommodations: If you require assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with IPS, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is to be used for accommodation requests, not general employment inquiries.

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