Field Service Technician Class B

Hitachi, Ltd.; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Field Service Technician to perform hands-on service work across installed transformer assets at customer sites. The role covers installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair, and advanced service activities in industrial and utility environments, with emphasis on safe, reliable operation.

Based in Santa Fe Springs, CA, the technician will read drawings and manuals, execute mechanical and electrical tasks, and coordinate logistics for parts and resources while

Qualifications

• Work authorization to work in the United States.
• Associate degree with 2 years of professional experience or HS diploma/GED with 5 years of professional experience.
• Broad knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testing.
• Experience with transformer installation and assembly, vacuum processing, and internal transformer components.
• Understanding of transformer construction and theory of operation, including bushings and current transformers.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to travel up to 85%.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site transformer service activities including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and replacements.
• Execute mechanical and electrical tasks using drawings, manuals, and service instructions.
• Repair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment as directed.
• Perform internal transformer work such as bushing connections, lead clearance, tapping, crimping, taping, and contoured joints.
• Operate and maintain vacuum oil processing and oil handling equipment with direction, and complete service logs.
• Coordinate logistics for resources and spare parts needed for service jobs.
• Support customer needs by understanding equipment condition and site requirements during service execution.
• Identify potential service-related business opportunities through customer interaction.

Skills

Work authorization

Travel 85%

Field service aptitude

Education

Associate degree (2 yrs exp)

HS diploma/GED (5 yrs exp)

Tools

Transformer installation

Vacuum oil processing

Oil handling equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

As a Field Service Technician within Hitachi Energy’s Service Business, you will perform hands-on service work supporting the installed base of power transformers across customer sites. This role involves field-based installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair, and advanced service activities, performed both independently and with direction depending on task complexity. You will work directly with customers in industrial and utility environments to restore equipment to safe, reliable operation, respond to service needs, and support lifecycle activities such as upgrades, retrofits, and end-of-life replacements. The work requires practical problem solving in the field, reading and applying technical drawings and manuals, and safely executing mechanical and electrical tasks that support the long-term performance of critical power infrastructure.

This role is based in Santa Fe Springs, California.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Perform on-site and remote transformer service activities, including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and replacements
• Execute mechanical and electrical tasks using technical drawings, manuals, and established service instructions
• Repair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment as directed
• Perform internal transformer work such as bushing connections, lead clearance, tapping, crimping, taping, and contoured joints
• Operate and maintain vacuum oil processing and oil handling equipment with direction, completing required service logs
• Coordinate logistics related to resources and spare parts needed for service jobs
• Support customer needs by understanding equipment condition and site requirements during service execution
• Identify potential service-related business opportunities through customer interaction and collaboration
• 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.
• Associate Degree with 2 years of professional experience or High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of professional experience
• Broad knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testing
• Experience with transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing, and internal transformer components
• Understanding of transformer construction and theory of operation, including bushings and current transformers
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel up to 85%

More About Us

Field Service professionals in Hitachi Energy’s Service Business gain hands-on experience working with critical power equipment while collaborating with experienced service teams across the organization.

• Opportunities to work on innovative power technologies that support the future of energy
• A collaborative environment with experienced service and engineering professionals
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs
• Competitive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements, where applicable

California Pay Transparency Statement: In accordance with California law, the base pay rate for this position is $38.143 per hour, plus applicable overtime. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and business needs.

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