Field Service Technician Class C

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave and family benefits

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. seeks a Field Service Technician to perform hands-on mechanical work at electrical substations and customer sites across the US. You will inspect, service, repair, and optimize transformer-related equipment while traveling up to 85% with a team of experienced field professionals.

Responsibilities include supporting transformer testing, operating oil-handling systems, and ensuring safety and quality on site. A strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of professional work experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 85%.
• Class A CDL is a plus.
• Welding experience is a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and stand, stoop, bend, and walk for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mechanical work in electrical substations and at customer sites.
• Inspect equipment, structures, and materials to identify defects or issues.
• Service, repair, and adjust equipment that operates primarily through mechanical principles.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to determine solutions for customer issues.
• Perform physical activities requiring dexterity, agility, and safety awareness.
• Use computers to configure functions, enter data, and process site activity information.
• Operate and maintain Vacuum Oil Processors (VOPs) and oil-handling equipment with logs.
• Support transformer testing activities and collaborate with field teams to complete projects.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Dexterity

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Vacuum Oil Processors (VOPs)

Oil-handling equipment

Job description

The opportunity

Bring your mechanical skills into the energy industry and build a career working with the equipment that helps keep the power grid moving.

The opportunity

Bring your mechanical skills into the energy industry and build a career working with the equipment that helps keep the power grid moving. Join Hitachi Energy as a Field Service Technician and become part of our fast-growing Service organization. From rapid response and performance improvement to operational efficiency and life-cycle support, our teams work directly with customers to help maintain the reliability and performance of critical transformer equipment. Reporting to the Regional Field Operation Manager and supporting the US Services HUB, you’ll work alongside experienced field professionals at electrical substations and customer sites across the country. You’ll perform hands-on mechanical work, inspect and service equipment, support transformer testing, and gain experience with specialized oil-processing equipment. With travel of up to 85%, no two days will look exactly the same. You’ll have the opportunity to experience different customer environments, solve real‑world technical challenges, and continue building valuable transformer and field service expertise. If you enjoy hands‑on work, problem‑solving, traveling, and being part of a team where safety and quality matter, this could be the opportunity to build your future with Hitachi Energy.

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

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Perform hands‑on mechanical work in electrical substations and at customer sites.
• Inspect equipment, structures, and materials to identify potential problems, defects, or causes of equipment issues.
• Service, repair, and adjust equipment and components that operate primarily through mechanical principles.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to help determine effective solutions to customer issues.
• Perform physical activities requiring strong dexterity, agility, and attention to safety.
• Use computers and software to configure functions, enter data, and process information related to site activities.
• Operate and maintain Vacuum Oil Processors (VOPs) and oil‑handling equipment under the direction of site leadership, including completing required processing logs.
• Support transformer testing activities and collaborate with field teams to successfully complete customer projects.

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

Your background

• High school diploma/GED and at least 2 years of professional work experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 85%.
• Class A CDL is a plus.
• Welding experience is a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to 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

• Build your career with Hitachi Energy while gaining hands‑on experience supporting critical energy infrastructure and working alongside experienced field service professionals.
• Expand your technical knowledge through real‑world projects, continuous learning, and exposure to transformer service operations across a variety of customer environments.
• Join a collaborative team where safety, integrity, quality, and professional development are part of how we work 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.