Field Service Technician Class B

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Crystal Springs (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a field service professional to support power transformers in customer environments. The role covers installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and end-of-life services, often performed on-site under challenging conditions.

You will read electrical and mechanical drawings, perform internal transformer work, and coordinate logistics for service jobs. The position requires travel, physical endurance, and compliance with safety and regulatory

Qualifications

• Associate Degree with 2 years of professional work experience or High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of professional work experience.
• Broad knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testing.
• Familiarity with transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing, and internal transformer components.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site and remote service activities including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, retrofits, and replacements.
• Read and follow electrical and mechanical drawings, instructions, and technical manuals.
• Coordinate logistics for service jobs, including tools, resources, and spare parts.
• Repair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment as directed.
• Operate and maintain vacuum oil processing and oil handling equipment with required logs.

Skills

Transformer field service operations

Field testing

Reading electrical/mechanical drawings

Travel up to 85%

Education

Associate degree

High School Diploma/GED with 5 years experience

Tools

Transformer installation

Vacuum oil processing

Oil handling equipment

Job description

Location:Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of AmericaJob ID:R0143458Date Posted:2026-09-02Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityIn this role, you will provide hands-on field service support for power transformers, helping customers install, maintain, and restore critical electrical assets. Your work will include installation and commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and end-of-life services—often performed on-site in challenging field conditions. You will interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, follow technical manuals, and complete detailed service activities that support equipment reliability and safe operation. Working closely with service colleagues and customers, your day-to-day contributions will help extend transformer life, improve performance, and support the dependable operation of power grid infrastructure.How You’ll Make an ImpactPerform on-site and remote service activities including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, retrofits, and replacementsSupport customer operations by addressing technical issues and anticipating service needsRead and work from electrical and mechanical drawings, instructions, and technical manualsComplete internal transformer work such as bushing connections, lead clearance, tapping, crimping, taping, and contoured jointsRepair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment as directedOperate and maintain vacuum oil processing and oil handling equipment with direction, including completing required logsCoordinate logistics for service jobs, including tools, resources, and spare partsContribute ideas for product and process improvements that enhance operations and customer serviceResponsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.Your BackgroundCandidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.Associate Degree with 2 years of professional work experience or High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of professional work experienceBroad knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testingFamiliarity with transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing, and internal transformer componentsValid driver’s license with the ability to travel up to 85%Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs and climbing laddersMore About UsWorking at Hitachi Energy offers exposure to advanced power transformer technologies and the opportunity to collaborate with people who understand the realities of field service and power grid operations.Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energyA collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industryAccess to learning platforms and career development programsCompetitive health and retirement benefitsPaid leave and flexible work arrangementsEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesEqual Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individualswith disabilities.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationProtected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.