Field Service Technician Class C

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth

Family Support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is hiring a Field Service Technician to support transformer equipment across the United States. You will work with senior technicians to inspect, maintain, service, troubleshoot, and repair equipment, gaining expertise in vacuum oil processing, diagnostics, and transformer testing.

Expect up to 85% travel nationwide, with opportunities to learn from experienced professionals and advance in field service roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 2+ years in a technical or mechanical field.
• Military technical training or experience is equivalent and encouraged.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record; ability to travel up to 85% nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Learn transformer maintenance, service, repair, and troubleshooting with senior technicians.
• Perform precision mechanical work in high-voltage substations under supervision.
• Apply technical, mechanical, or military-acquired skills to hands-on field activities.
• Inspect equipment, assist with diagnostics and preventive maintenance.
• Operate Vacuum Oil Processors and oil-handling equipment with training.
• Support transformer testing and maintain accurate logs and site reports.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical maintenance

Field service

Education

High school diploma/GED

2+ years technical/m mechanical experience

Job description

Launch your field service career with Hitachi Energy and help support the transformer technology that keeps the power grid reliable.

As a Field Service Technician within our growing US Services HUB, you’ll gain hands-on experience working in electrical substations across the country. Alongside experienced senior technicians, you’ll learn how to inspect, maintain, service, troubleshoot, and repair transformer equipment while developing valuable technical expertise in areas such as vacuum oil processing, equipment diagnostics, and transformer testing.

This is more than an entry point into Field Service. It’s an opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals, take on new technical challenges, and build the skills needed for long-term career growth. With up to 85% nationwide travel, you’ll experience a variety of customer sites, equipment, and field environments while developing confidence and independence.

Military experience is valued here. Veterans, transitioning service members, and candidates with military technical backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Experience with electrical systems, power generation, mechanical maintenance, equipment repair, or similar military occupations can provide a strong foundation for success. The discipline, teamwork, problem-solving, and commitment to safety developed through military service are highly transferable to our Field Service environment.

If you enjoy hands-on work, learning new technology, traveling, and solving real-world challenges, this could be the start of an exciting career with Hitachi Energy.

How you’ll make an impact

• Work alongside experienced Field Service Technicians to develop expertise in transformer maintenance, service, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Perform precision mechanical work in high-voltage electrical substations under the guidance of senior technicians.
• Apply technical, mechanical, or military-acquired skills to hands‑on field service activities.
• Inspect equipment and assist with diagnostic assessments and preventive maintenance activities.
• Operate Vacuum Oil Processors (VOPs) and oil‑handling equipment with training and oversight.
• Support transformer testing, maintain accurate processing logs, and use digital tools for documentation and site reporting.
• Learn to interpret technical data and apply findings to help solve customer equipment challenges.
• Collaborate with senior field professionals, engineering teams, and customers to support effective maintenance strategies.

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

Your background

• High school diploma/GED plus 2+ years of professional experience in a technical or mechanical field. Relevant military technical training or experience is considered equivalent and strongly encouraged.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to travel up to 85% nationwide.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and perform physically demanding activities for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and work days of up to 12 hours when required.
• Class A CDL and/or welding certification or experience is preferred and can strengthen your field capabilities.
• Must already have work authorization that would permit employment with Hitachi Energy in the United States.

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 and 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: Gain hands‑on training, learn from experienced field professionals, and develop specialized transformer service skills that can support long‑term career advancement.
• Grow with a global team: Access tuition reimbursement, continuous learning opportunities, and resources designed to support your professional development.
• Bring your experience: We value diverse career paths, including military service, and welcome the technical expertise, teamwork, discipline, and safety mindset veterans and transitioning service members bring to our teams.

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.

Location Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Hybrid

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-09-24

Reference number R0145526

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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