Field Service Technician Class C

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee engagement programs

Job summary

Hitachi Energy's field service team offers an apprentice program focused on transformer technology and grid reliability across the power industry. You will work nationwide with senior technicians, gaining hands-on training in transformer service, maintenance, and diagnostics.

This military-friendly role welcomes veterans and individuals with electrical, mechanical, or military experience. Expect up to 85% travel and strong growth opportunities within Field Service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED plus 2+ years of professional work experience in technical or mechanical fields.
• Relevant military training or experience is encouraged.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record and ability to travel up to 85% nationwide.
• Welding certification or experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute precision mechanical work in high-voltage electrical substations under supervision.
• Learn transformer maintenance, service procedures, and troubleshooting alongside senior field staff.
• Apply technical, mechanical, or military-acquired skills to field service tasks.
• Conduct inspections and diagnostic assessments to support preventive maintenance.
• Assist in servicing and repairing transformer systems using established processes and tools.
• Learn to analyze technical data and apply findings to customer challenges.
• Operate Vacuum Oil Processors (VOPs) and oil handling equipment with training.
• Maintain accurate processing logs and support transformer testing activities.
• Utilize digital tools and software platforms for site documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, field staff, and customers on maintenance strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and internal procedures.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical maintenance

Equipment repair

Safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Vacuum Oil Processors

Oil handling equipment

Job description

Join Hitachi Energy's field service team, where you'll support transformer technology and grid reliability across the power industry. Working within our growing US Services HUB, you'll solve technical challenges in electrical substations nationwide while building strong customer relationships. As an apprentice, you will work closely with experienced senior technicians, gaining hands-on training and real-world exposure to transformer service, maintenance, and diagnostic work. Your work will include specialized technologies like vacuum oil processing and equipment diagnostics while learning best practices in safety, quality, and customer engagement.

This role is military friendly and well suited for Veterans, transitioning service members, and individuals with military technical experience. Skills gained through military occupations such as electrical systems, power generation, mechanical maintenance, or equipment repair translate well to this position. Hitachi Energy values the discipline, teamwork, and safety mindset developed through military service.

With up to 85% travel, you'll work in diverse environments and develop expertise across various technical challenges under the guidance of seasoned field professionals. This role offers solid growth opportunities in an expanding business area and is designed to build a strong foundation for long-term career advancement within Field Service.

How You'll Make an Impact

Execute precision mechanical work in high-voltage electrical substations across diverse geographical regions under the guidance of senior technicians

Work side-by-side with experienced Field Service Technicians to learn transformer maintenance, service procedures, and troubleshooting techniques

Apply technical, mechanical, or military-acquired skills to real-world field service applications

Conduct equipment inspections and diagnostic assessments to support preventive maintenance efforts

Assist in servicing and repairing transformer systems using established processes and tools

Learn to analyze technical data and apply findings to critical customer challenges

Operate Vacuum Oil Processors (VOPs) and oil handling equipment with training and oversight

Maintain accurate processing logs and support transformer testing activities

Utilize digital tools and software platforms for documentation and site reporting

Collaborate with engineering teams, senior field staff, and customers to support maintenance strategies

Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and internal procedures

Your Background

High School Diploma/GED plus 2+ years of professional work experience in technical or mechanical fields. Relevant military training or experience is considered equivalent and strongly encouraged

Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and ability to travel up to 85% nationwide

Physical capability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and perform demanding tasks for extended periods

Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions for up to 12 hours daily

Class A CDL preferred for operating specialized service vehicles

Welding certification or experience preferred for enhanced field capabilities

Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):

Health Care: Medical, dental, vision, and related coverage

Financial Wellbeing: Employer-sponsored 401(k) program with generous company match and contribution, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance

Family Care: Legal, pet, auto, home, and identity protection services, special needs support, and adoption assistance

Work Life: Enhanced leave programs including vacation, holidays, family leave, military service leave, and other protected time off

Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement, and on-demand learning platforms

Location Remote - Tennessee, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Remote

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-09-02

Reference number R0143844

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.

Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.

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