Senior Transformer Test Technician – Incoming & Final

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Vantara Corporation in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a Transformer Test Technician to perform incoming, in-progress, and final tests on power transformers using advanced electrical test equipment. You will contribute to accurate reporting and support continuous improvement through hands-on work and problem-solving.

Day shift (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) or afternoon shift (3:30 PM–2:00 AM) on an alternating two-week schedule, with opportunities for growth and collaboration within a safety-focused

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma (Grade 12) required.
• Minimum five years transformer testing experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory.
• Experience with transformer test equipment.
• Ability to read drawings/diagrams.
• Ability to work independently and guide others.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary transformer inspections.
• Set up and perform required electrical tests.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues.
• Support detanking activities when required.
• Conduct in-progress testing during assembly and dry-out.
• Perform final acceptance tests to industry standards.
• Create and maintain customer test reports.
• Identify test non-conformities and escalate.

Skills

Transformer testing

Electrical theory

Read drawings

Independent worker

Leadership

Education

Secondary school diploma

Tools

Transformer test equipment

Job description

Hitachi Vantara Corporation in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a Transformer Test Technician to perform incoming, in-progress, and final tests on power transformers using advanced electrical test equipment. You will contribute to accurate reporting and support continuous improvement through hands-on work and problem-solving.

Day shift (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) or afternoon shift (3:30 PM–2:00 AM) on an alternating two-week schedule, with opportunities for growth and collaboration within a safety-focused