Field Service Technician Class B

Hitachi, Ltd.; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) with company match

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in the United States is seeking a field service technician specializing in power transformers. The role involves on-site and remote services, including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and retrofits.

You will work from electrical and mechanical drawings, perform internal transformer work, and operate oil processing equipment. The position requires travel up to 85% and lifting up to 50 lb, with CDL a plus.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testing.
• Strong knowledge of transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing.
• Experience with Load Tap Changer (LTC) maintenance and repair and transformer tank welding is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 85% and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on-site and remote transformer services including installation, maintenance, and repairs.
• Read and work from electrical and mechanical drawings and manuals to complete work.
• Perform internal transformer work: bushing connections, tapping, crimping, and joints.
• Repair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment with appropriate tools.
• Operate vacuum oil processors and oil-handling equipment and maintain logs.
• Coordinate resources and parts for field service jobs.
• Anticipate customer needs and identify additional sales opportunities.
• Suggest product and process improvements to enhance service quality.

Skills

Transformer field service

Oil processing

Reading drawings

LTC maintenance

Travel up to 85%

Mechanical tools

Education

Associate degree or 2 years exp

High school diploma with 5 years exp

Tools

Crimping tools

Vacuum oil processing equipment

Job description

Job Description

The opportunity

Power systems depend on reliable transformers, and your expertise can help keep them performing at their best.

How you’ll make an impact

• Deliver professional on-site and remote services, including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, retrofits, and equipment replacement.
• Read and work from electrical and mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and service instructions to complete assigned work.
• Perform transformer internal work, including bushing connections, lead clearance, tapping, crimping, taping, and contoured joints.
• Repair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment using appropriate mechanical tools and procedures.
• Operate and maintain Vacuum Oil Processors (VOPs) and oil-handling equipment with direction, including completing required processing logs.
• Coordinate resources, equipment, and spare parts needed to support field service jobs.
• Anticipate customer needs, deliver an outstanding service experience, and identify potential sales and business opportunities.
• Recommend product, process, and operational improvements that strengthen service quality and the customer experience.

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

Your background

• Associate degree with at least 2 years of professional work experience, or high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of professional work experience.
• Broad knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testing.
• Strong knowledge of transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing, shell and/or core form transformer designs, and internal transformer components.
• Experience with Load Tap Changer (LTC) maintenance and repair and transformer tank welding is a plus.
• Class A CDL is a plus. A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel up to 85% are required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and stand, stoop, bend, and walk for extended periods of up to 12 hours per day.

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, 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 be part of a collaborative organization focused on advancing a sustainable energy future and delivering solutions that help customers strengthen the reliability and performance of their operations.
• Build your expertise through hands‑on experience, continuous learning, and opportunities to work with experienced professionals across our Service organization.
• Grow your career while contributing to a culture where safety, integrity, collaboration, and personal accountability are central to how we work.

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