Transformer Repair Technician

Pay Range: $27.10 - $42.49

Who We Are:  

IPS opened its doors in 2007 to become the industry's leading service provider, offering single-source electromechanical and power management solutions to enhance the reliability of critical infrastructure. Today, IPS has the industry's largest network of remanufacturing locations, distribution centers, and field service offices across North America and the United Kingdom, serving over 30,000 customer locations across a wide range of end uses, including power generation, utilities, water and wastewater, petrochemicals, air separation, oil and gas, metals, mining, paper, aggregates, cement, hospitals, universities, commercial buildings, and data centers. 

IPS offers excellent career growth opportunities and is expanding its talented workforce to meet rising demand. By joining IPS, you'll learn from industry experts and discover your potential while being part of a team committed to our shared values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit. 

Key Responsibilities and Expectations: 

We are looking for a talented Transformer Repair Technician to perform service, diagnostic, repair, and preventive maintenance within the IPS Power Management Division. IPS Transformer Repair Technicians demonstrate strong repair skills and commitment to providing an Unmatched Customer Experience. 

• Dismantle, rewind, reassemble, test and core iron repair on large and medium substation/transmission class power transformers.
• Conduct work both in-shop and on customer sites.
• Inspect, test, repair, investigate and report on various types of transformers.
• Perform failure investigations, report findings, and recommend repairs.
• Employ test equipment and instruments that are required to perform preliminary, intermediate, and final testing.
• Work safely alone and as part of a team.  
• Closely adhere to all safety standards and procedures. 
• Effectively contribute to a strong team environment through assisting teammates in accomplishing mutual goals.  

Qualifications and Competencies: 

• 2 years’ experience winding various types of transformer coils preferred.
• 2 years or more experience in high voltage transformer testing - HiPot, load-loss/no-load-loss, impedance, impulse, temperature rise, etc. preferred.
• 3 years or more experience with substation class oil filled transformers in: untaking, gasketing, component change out, landing coils, tanking, testing, and vacuum oil processing preferred. 
• 2 or more years’ experience in transformer low voltage testing - insulation, resistance, turn-to-turn ration, and Doble power factor testing.
• Able to read and interpret drawings/diagrams and specifications (electrical, mechanical and connection).
• Strong oral and written communication and analytical skills.
• Able to work with minimal direction or supervision.
• Have experience with health and safety programs.
• Available and willing to work flexible hours, overtime and weekends as required, willingness to be on call.    

Physical Requirements:  

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

Benefits:  

•         Paid Time Off (PTO)

•         401k Employer Match

•         Bonus Incentives 

•         Tuition Reimbursement Program 

•         Medical, Dental and Vision plans

•         Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

•         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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