Sr. Field Tech

RESA Power; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 7,577,000 - 8,954,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

RESA Power is seeking a Sr. Transformer Technician to install, maintain, test and troubleshoot transformers across customer sites in Canada. The role requires inspecting equipment, performing vacuum oil filling, and commissioning with strong QA adherence.

You will mentor junior technicians, manage field projects, and maintain client relationships while ensuring safety and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of transformer service experience, proficiency with high voltage systems

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of transformer service experience.
• Strong multitasking and supervisory abilities.
• Proficient in interpreting drawings, diagrams and technical docs.
• Excellent client communication and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and testing of transformers.
• Lead testing, inspecting and commissioning with attention to QA standards.
• Mentor junior technicians and coordinate field projects.
• Manage project resources, timelines and budgets; prepare reports.
• Maintain safe work areas, safety PPE and regulatory compliance.
• Travel up to 85% to customer sites and job locations.

Skills

Transformer maintenance

Troubleshooting

Project supervision

Communication

Team collaboration

High voltage 230 kV

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

A Sr. Transformer Technician requires a qualified, service-oriented individual to perform installation, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of Transformers. A qualified individual must be able to perform inspections, assembly, vacuum oil filling, testing, and commissioning. They must be able to manage small to large size projects with good supervisory and organizational skills. They must be self-directed and very committed to customer satisfaction. Excellent communication skills with clients, peers and management are essential.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct complex transformer service operations with advanced technical skills.
• Resolve equipment issues using extensive knowledge and experience and recommend procedural enhancements.
• Maintain clear communication about project details, safety, and environmental concerns.
• Mentor junior technicians in safe and effective equipment operations.
• Lead transformer testing and troubleshooting, interpreting, and explaining results.
• Manage all aspects of transformer service tasks.
• Ensure all work meets Quality Assurance specifications and conduct pre-completion inspections.
• Help in planning and coordinating field projects, managing resources, and preparing reports.
• Maintain budget adherence for work hours and vendor deliveries.
• Oversee the re-gasketing of transformers and create new gaskets/O-rings.
• Ensure vehicles, tools, and equipment are in safe operating condition and perform necessary maintenance.
• Maintain strong client relationships, prepare project estimates, expand project work scopes, and assist in negotiating extra charges.
• Ability to walk through customers’ sites, inspect problem(s) and report problem(s) to Sales and Project Management.
• Complete test reports in company software in a timely manner.
• As directed, complete service and repair work at Customer location(s).
• Must be able to work weekly and/or weekend overtime. Holiday work is scheduled as per business/Customer need.
• Comply with all safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment in a safe and competent manner. Understand and meet all departmental safety objectives and goals.
• Keep assigned work-area clean, organized, and orderly. Ensure all safety and industrial hygiene requirements are maintained.
• Work with members of a team to effectively complete work assignment. Receive information from team members regarding customer needs and product requirements and utilize this information to perform one’s function.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required and At least 5 years of experience in related field.
• Proven multitasking ability, managing priorities, and supervising team activities.
• Skilled in the assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting of transformers and related accessories.
• Interpret work scope, drawings, diagrams, and technical documents proficiently.
• Operate transformer oil processing equipment with complete documentation.
• Support testing of transformers and accessories, documenting results proficiently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and online tools.
• Extensive experience and strong industrial wiring and troubleshooting skills.
• Manage vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Effective communication skills and professional client interaction.
• Collaborative, capable of working effectively both in teams and independently.
• Strong background and experience in most types of high voltage equipment through the 230 kV class.
• For positions that utilize a company vehicle and Construction Equipment, will be required to have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Willingness and ability to travel (min. 85% travel)

Who we are!

RESA Power is a dynamic, people first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the United States & Canada. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems. With a track record of long-term partnerships and excellence in customer experience for nearly a decade!

Our Mission

Ensure reliable and safe mission-critical power across our customers’ electrical infrastructure lifecycle.

Our Vision

To be the premier, first-choice, trusted provider in the US and Canada for critical power services and products by delivering the best customer and employee experience in the industry.

Core Cultural Competencies

• We do it right
  • We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners.
  • You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day.
  • You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly.
  • You display sound judgment and decision-making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company.
  • You are on time and preplan time off.
  • You produce a quality product.
• We are customer driven
  • Our number one concern is our customer and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication.
  • You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner.
  • You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers, etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and follow instructions from management.
• We focus on growth
  • We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.
  • You understand and apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job.
  • You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties.
  • You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.).
• We solve problems
  • Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable.
  • You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments.
  • You perform work assignments independently.
  • You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things.
• We get it done
  • We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard.
  • You follow through on commitments in a timely way.
  • You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations.
  • You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate.
  • You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.).
• We build strong relationships
  • Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well-run company, but the connectedness of a family. We collaborate with each other and our customers.
  • You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers.
  • You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with customers and vendors.

Additional Information

Type: Full-time

Travel: 85% - 100%

Pay: $55-65/hour

Benefits: Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, Employee Ownership Plan, matching 401k, paid time off, Paid Holidays (10 a year), and Milestone bonus.

Working Environment

Employee will be exposed to:

• Extensive travel
• Emergency call back procedures twenty-four hours a day. Required to work rotating shifts, which includes evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • steady rainfall, fog, snow, and freezing conditions
  • extreme heat and/or humid conditions
• Energized electrical work on equipment or systems operating at greater than 600 volts; extremely hazardous environments with risk of electrocution
• Special safety precautions and/or equipment
• Lifting and/or guiding heavy sections of materials
• Some confined spaces and some cramped conditions
• Chemicals used in the process
• Diesel fumes

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be willing to work and/or drive periodic workdays in excess of 12 hours.
• Must understand special hazards associated with high voltage equipment.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for various periods of time.
• Must have excellent balance and able to maintain body equilibrium that exceeds what is normal for ordinary locomotion.
• Must have good eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to move hands and manipulate objects easily and skillfully.
• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs in operating unit.
• Must be able to climb up and down on ladders at varying heights with fall restraint.
• Must be able to enter and move about in confined spaces and wear personnel protective equipment.
• Ability to sit, bend, stretch, twist, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
• May be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 100 pounds.
• Adequate olfactory and auditory abilities.
• Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Must display ability to read and understand job descriptions, safety/technical manuals and safety/warning signs.
• Will be required to pass physical, drug, and alcohol testing.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.