Field Service Technician Class B

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a Field Service Technician in Santa Fe Springs, CA to perform hands-on service work on power transformers at customer sites.

Responsibilities include installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair, and advanced service activities both independently and with direction, ensuring safe, reliable operation of critical power infrastructure. You will read drawings and manuals, perform mechanical and electrical tasks, and support lifecycle activities such as upgrades

Qualifications

• 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%.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Field service

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Driver's license

Education

Associate Degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Location: Santa Fe Springs, California, United States of America Job ID: R0110159 Date Posted: 2026-04-23 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

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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