Associate Load Tap Changer (LTC) Technician

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Missouri; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave programs

Learning and development opportunities

Work flexibility

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an Associate Load Tap Changer (LTC) Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair LTCs and transformer equipment across the power grid. You will gain hands-on exposure to LTC maintenance, transformer service, electrical testing, controls, and oil processing while building skills and safe work practices.

You will assist with preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, inspections, and field service activities, documenting field activities and equipment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Technical/Trade school or related coursework is preferred.
• Candidates must have work authorization to work in the United States.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical work on Load Tap Changers (LTCs) and transformer equipment under the direction of experienced technicians.
• Assist with preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, upgrades, and field service activities.
• Support electrical testing and diagnostic activities to identify equipment issues and improve reliability.
• Assist with operation of oil processing and oil handling equipment.
• Read and interpret procedures, drawings, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Complete daily activity reports, service documentation, and customer reports accurately and on time.
• Utilize digital tools and software to document field activities and equipment condition.
• Collaborate with field crews, management, engineering teams, and customers to execute projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Willingness to learn software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/trade school preferred

Job description

Associate Load Tap Changer (LTC) Technician

As an Associate Load Tap Changer (LTC) Technician, you will work alongside experienced technicians to inspect, maintain, and repair Load Tap Changers (LTCs) and transformer equipment used on the power grid. This role provides hands‑on exposure to LTC maintenance, transformer service, electrical testing, controls, and oil processing while building technical knowledge and safe work practices. You will assist with preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, inspections, and field service activities, helping identify equipment issues and support dependable equipment performance. You will also work with procedures, drawings, blueprints, technical documents, and digital tools to document field activities and equipment condition. Through collaboration with field crews, engineering teams, management, and customers, you will contribute to projects that support power grid reliability while gaining experience with modern service methods and equipment technologies used throughout the industry.

The Opportunity

As an Associate Load Tap Changer (LTC) Technician, you will work alongside experienced technicians to inspect, maintain, and repair Load Tap Changers (LTCs) and transformer equipment used on the power grid. This role provides hands‑on exposure to LTC maintenance, transformer service, electrical testing, controls, and oil processing while building technical knowledge and safe work practices. You will assist with preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, inspections, and field service activities, helping identify equipment issues and support dependable equipment performance. You will also work with procedures, drawings, blueprints, technical documents, and digital tools to document field activities and equipment condition. Through collaboration with field crews, engineering teams, management, and customers, you will contribute to projects that support power grid reliability while gaining experience with modern service methods and equipment technologies used throughout the industry.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Perform mechanical and electrical work on Load Tap Changers (LTCs) and transformer equipment under the direction of experienced technicians.

• Assist with preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, upgrades, and field service activities.

• Support electrical testing and diagnostic activities to identify equipment issues and improve reliability.

• Assist with the operation of oil processing and oil handling equipment.

• Read and interpret procedures, drawings, blueprints, and technical documents.

• Complete daily activity reports, service documentation, and customer reports accurately and on time.

• Utilize digital tools and software to document field activities and equipment condition.

• Collaborate with field crews, management, engineering teams, and customers to execute projects.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Technical school, trade school, military training, or coursework in electrical, mechanical, industrial, or related fields preferred.

• Previous experience in construction, maintenance, manufacturing, utilities, or field service is beneficial but not required.

• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn company software systems.

• Valid Driver’s License required.

• Ability to travel extensively throughout the United States.

More About Us

You will gain hands‑on experience working with power equipment while collaborating with experienced teams in the field.

• Work on innovative energy technologies that support electrical infrastructure and power systems.

• Collaborate with experienced professionals across field service, engineering, and project teams.

• Access learning and development opportunities through hands‑on training and field experience.

• Receive health and retirement benefits available to eligible employees.

• Benefit from paid leave programs and work flexibility based on business and role requirements.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre‑employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security‑sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

Location Earth City, Missouri, United States of America;
Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Remote

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-08-28

Reference number R0143077

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission‑critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.

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