Description

IPS is built on a foundation of strong leadership, guided by our shared values of safety, accountability, integrity, teamwork, entrepreneurial spirit, and customer-focus. As a senior leader at IPS, you'll be able to shape strategic initiatives, inspire teams, and influence the future of our organization.

We are looking for servant leaders who areaction-oriented and committed to delivering unmatched customer and employee experiences. Your leadership will drive transformative projects, redefine industry standards, and leave a lasting legacy.

At IPS, you'll find a platform for high potential growth, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you're ready to lead with vision and inspire innovation, apply now and become a key player in our journey to redefine success!

Responsibilities & Expectations:

We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Switchgear Repair Operations Manager to operate and manage the switchgear testing and repair segment for the IPS Denver Kingston Street Power Management Center of Excellence. As an IPS Switchgear Repair Operations Manager you will work with your team to demonstrate strong repair skills and commitment for providing an Unmatched Customer Experience.

Inspect, test, and maintain low, medium, and high voltage electrical power distribution equipment through both in shop and onsite repair & maintenance

Partner with sales team to draft quote proposals for future work. Conduct onsite pre-bid job walks as needed

Occasionally act as a working Lead

Provide technical guidance to the team and customers

Draft and finalize inspection and maintenance reports for customers in conjunction with the technicians

Direct the hourly workers to work safely and actively participate in all site-specific safety audits, incident reports, training, Job Hazard Analysis, LOTOs, housekeeping, and inspection activities

Enforce accountability at all levels with consistent record keeping, training, and one-on-one cadence meetings with each employee

Encourage, support, and enable the switchgear segment through servant leadership while listening to and taking input from the skilled workforce and fostering teamwork - building a OneIPS culture between Management and Union hourly employees

Be an effective communicator to keep the team focused on the customer and continuous improvement in the processes, skills and team performance that differentiates IPS from the competition

Plan, direct, and coordinate hourly labor requirements on the shop floor to support the incoming tear downs, inspections, production repair jobs and field service jobs

Participate in day-to-day management and own the labor component to participate in planning the labor to support the production schedule taking into consideration overtime rush jobs and vacation schedules

Develop and evaluate project specific work plans and customer communication reporting requirements

Assist with customer job inspection visits to ensure work is being safely performed to schedule and specification

Lead the continuing development of the Quality Program by adding support and development of documentation, work instructions and process standards where needed and improving existing processes

Lead the effort to improve Key Customer Facing Metrics: (Quality, Time to Quote, Approval to Ship and Ship to Invoice) as well as Key IPS Metrics: (Safety, Margin Performance vs. Work Plans, Labor Utilization, Direct and Indirect Costs)

Partner with the Customer Service Team to keep business ERP system up to date: developing work plans, opening jobs, identifying materials to be sourced, and preparing billing

Qualifications and Competencies:

Minimum of six years of low, medium, and high voltage switchgear testing, repair, and quoting

Have experience with health and safety programs including lock-out-tag-out (LOTO)

Ability to read, interpret, and identify LOTO points from one-line diagrams

Three years' experience of leading a team of repair technicians preferred

Two or more years' experience working with low and medium voltage pad mount transformers - testing, oil sampling, and component change out preferred

NETA certification preferred, but not required

MSHA 30 CFR Part 46 (coal/metal/non-metal | above ground/underground) certification preferred but not required.

Experience with various manufacturers and @types of switchgear components,including: breakers (air magnetics, vacuum, SF6 or oil-filled), contactors, relays, control systems, load break switches, switchgear lineups, etc.

Knowledgeable on how to operate and interpret the readings from an insulation resistance tester, ductor, ratio, primary and secondary injection, hi-pot, turn-to-turn resistance tester, and Doble power factor test set

Strong analytical skills as well as oral and written communication skills

Experience writing, assembling, and reviewing test reports

Able to work overtime when needed

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 Integrated Power Services (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 30,000 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.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k Employer Match

Bonus Incentives

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

And more!

Pay Rate Details:$95,000 - $125,000 annually

Bonus:Employees are eligible for an annual bonus. Amount varies based on siteperformance.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a backgroundand driving recordinvestigation. 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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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.Apply at: http://ipc.us/t/9C9FC6DE34F7485F.

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