Power Generation Operator Jobs in Detroit, MI (NOW HIRING)

Why IPS?
If you're searching for a place where you can grow, continue learning, and make a meaningful impact while still having time for the people and moments that matter most, welcome to Integrated Power Services! We believe your value extends far beyond your job title because the best work comes from people who feel supported, challenged, and fulfilled both professionally and personally. Here, you'll find opportunities to develop your career, work alongside exceptional teammates, and be part of a culture that recognizes that your life is worth just as much as your work-if not more. Because when people thrive, businesses thrive. If that sounds like the kind of place you've been looking for, we invite you to join us!
Benefits:
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Employer Match
• Bonus Incentives
• Extensive Training & Career Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And more!
Responsibilities & 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.
You'll thrive at IPS if you...
• Lead with integrity and prioritize safety. You demonstrate high standards and commit to a safe, ethical workplace.
• Value teamwork and accountability. You work well with others, take responsibility, serve others, and deliver on your commitments.
• Focus on the customer. You are dedicated to providing an unmatched customer experience and exceeding expectations.
• Have an entrepreneurial spirit. You're proactive, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate effectively and with purpose. You keep everyone informed with clear, concise communication.
• Stay curious and love to learn. You continuously seek new knowledge and grow personally and professionally.
Who We Are:
At IPS, we're committed to empowering you to make a meaningful impact. As the industry's leading and fastest-growing service provider, IPS offers single-source electromechanical and power management solutions to enhance the reliability of critical infrastructure across North America and the United Kingdom. We serve over 40,000 essential customer locations, from renewable energy pioneers to hospitals, manufacturers, and municipalities, helping them avoid costly downtime and ensure mission-critical operations.
When you join IPS, you're joining a team that's revolutionizing equipment and process reliability across diverse sectors, from power generation to petrochemicals, and beyond. You'll learn from industry experts, grow alongside a talented workforce, and be part of a company that is built on the Shared Values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit.
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 and driving record 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.