Field Service Technician Class A

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Savings – 401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a Field Service Technician Class A to lead transformer service projects across the United States.

You will guide field crews, coordinate with customers and subcontractors, and deliver installation, maintenance, testing, repair, and modernization of power transformers and reactors. You will act as a technical leader in the field, ensure safety and quality, and mentor technicians while collaborating with project teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 3+ years of professional experience, or high school diploma/GED with 5+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of transformer field service operations, maintenance, and electrical testing.
• Ability to work independently in demanding field environments and lead technical teams safely.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support field crews of 2–8+ technicians during transformer service projects.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for customers and subcontractors throughout project execution.
• Perform installation, maintenance, repair, inspection, relocation, retrofit, and testing of power transformers and reactors.
• Plan and assign work to optimize safety, efficiency, schedules, and resource use.

Skills

Transformer field service

Electrical testing

Leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree or equivalent; 3+ years experience (or High School + 5+ years)

Job description

Are you a transformer field service professional who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys leading complex projects from start to finish? Hitachi Energy is looking for a highly skilled Field Service Technician Class A to support our growing Transformer Service business across the United States.

In this role, you will serve as a technical leader in the field, guiding crews, supporting customers, and delivering critical transformer installation, maintenance, testing, repair, and modernization projects. You'll work with cutting-edge equipment and technologies while helping customers improve reliability, performance, and the lifecycle of their power assets.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. You'll collaborate with customers, project teams, and fellow field professionals while contributing to some of the industry's most challenging and impactful projects. If you're passionate about safety, problem-solving, operational excellence, and developing others, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career with a global technology leader.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead and support field crews of 2 to 8+ technicians during transformer service projects.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for customers and subcontractors throughout project execution.
• Perform installation, maintenance, repair, inspection, relocation, retrofit, and testing of power transformers and reactors.
• Plan and assign work strategically to optimize safety, efficiency, project schedules, and resource utilization.
• Conduct advanced electrical testing including TTR, winding resistance, insulation testing, SFRA, DFR, and control cabinet functional checks.
• Support project planning activities by providing technical expertise on schedules, manpower requirements, and field execution strategies.
• Identify project challenges, nonconformances, and improvement opportunities, escalating issues for timely resolution.
• Train and mentor technicians while fostering a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.

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

Your Background

• Associate degree with 3+ years of professional experience, or High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years of professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of transformer field service operations, maintenance, and electrical testing.
• Experience with transformer installation, assembly, vacuum and oil processing, and transformer internal components.
• Ability to work independently in demanding field environments and lead technical teams safely and effectively.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 85%.
• Experience with Load Tap Changer (LTC) maintenance, transformer welding, or a Class A CDL is preferred.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays
• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll join a global team advancing the world's energy future through innovation, sustainability, and technology.
• We invest in your growth through career development opportunities, technical training, mentorship, and cross-functional learning experiences.
• Our inclusive culture values collaboration, safety, integrity, and diverse perspectives, empowering team members to make a meaningful impact every day.

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 Santa Fe Springs, California, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement On-Site

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-10-22

Reference number R0145906

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.

Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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