Panel Building - Wirer

Integrated Power Services•Burlington, NC

24d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

At IPS, we're all about exceptional service and exceptional people. We're looking for a passionate In-Shop Technician who loves hands-on work, takes pride in their craft, and wants to have a meaningful impact. As an In-Shop Technician, every day will be different. You'll get to apply your knowledge and skills to solve complex problems and help critical industries keep their equipment running. As a company, we prioritize safety in everything we do and offer opportunities for growth, job longevity, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a role that values your skills and dedication, IPS is where you’ll thrive. A Panel Wirer builds, wires, and tests electrical control panels based on blueprints, schematics, and engineering specs, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Responsibilities include layout, drilling/tapping enclosures, routing wires, installing components (relays, PLCs, breakers), troubleshooting, and soldering, typically within manufacturing or automation settings. 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.

Requirements

Technical Knowledge: Understanding of electrical systems, components, and circuitry.
Experience: 2–3+ years of experience in panel building or industrial electrical work.
Tools: Proficient with hand tools, power tools, crimpers, and wire strippers.
Attention to Detail: High precision for complex, often cramped, wiring layouts.
Education: High school diploma/GED; vocational training or electrical certification is often preferred.
Ability to stand, walk, reach, and use hands/fingers to handle components for extended periods.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Responsibilities

Interpret Schematics: Read and understand electrical diagrams, blueprints, and wiring diagrams to determine layout and connections.
Assembly & Mounting: Drill, tap, and mount electrical components (e.g., switches, relays, circuit breakers, drives) into enclosures.
Wiring & Routing: Perform precise "point-to-point" wiring, wire harnessing, and cable management within panels.
Testing & Troubleshooting: Perform point-to-point continuity checks, functional tests, and troubleshoot wiring issues to ensure proper operation.
Compliance: Ensure all work adheres to UL 508A or local electrical codes and safety standards.
Modification: Rework, update, or modify existing panels as required.