Field Service Technician Class C

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Santa Fe Springs (CA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. seeks a Field Service Technician based in Santa Fe Springs, CA, to perform hands‑on mechanical service on power equipment in substations. You will work at customer sites, troubleshooting and maintaining equipment, while documenting actions and complying with safety standards.

The role demands physical stamina, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel up to 85% across the United States. CDL and welding skills are a plus."

Qualifications

• Requires work authorization to work in the United States.
• High School Diploma or GED with professional work experience.
• Experience performing mechanical work in industrial or field environments.
• Physically demanding tasks including lifting, climbing, standing, bending and walking.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical service work on electrical equipment located in substations.
• Inspect equipment and identify defects or causes of issues.
• Service, repair, and adjust mechanical components of power equipment.
• Review equipment conditions to determine corrective actions.
• Enter service data and maintain site documentation.
• Travel to customer sites and support transformer testing activities.

Skills

Mechanical field service

Industrial field work

Basic computer usage

Valid driver's license

Ability to travel up to 85%

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Class A CDL

Welding experience

Job description

Location: Santa Fe Springs, California, United States of America

Job ID: R0143456

Date Posted: 2026-09-03

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description: The Opportunity

This field‑based role supports transformer and substation service activities across customer sites in the United States. As a Field Service Technician, you will perform hands‑on mechanical service, inspection, maintenance, and repair work on power equipment in electrical substations. The work is practical, physically active, and centered on resolving real‑world operating issues that affect the safe and reliable performance of power systems. You will work directly at customer sites, supporting service execution, troubleshooting equipment concerns, and contributing to lifecycle maintenance activities. The role requires adaptability to changing site conditions, close coordination with site leaders and service teams, and attention to detail when documenting work performed. Your presence in the field plays a direct role in helping customers maintain dependable electrical infrastructure while operating safely in demanding industrial environments. This position is based in Santa Fe Springs, California.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Perform mechanical service work on electrical equipment located in substations
• Inspect equipment, structures, and materials at job sites to identify defects or causes of equipment issues
• Service, repair, and adjust mechanical components of power equipment
• Review equipment conditions and available data to determine appropriate corrective actions
• Operate and maintain vacuum oil processors and oil handling equipment under site direction
• Complete vacuum oil processing logs and required site documentation
• Support transformer testing activities at customer locations
• Use internal and external computer systems to enter, process, and manage service‑related information
• 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.
• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 years of professional work experience.
• Experience performing mechanical work in industrial or field environments.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, and extended periods of standing, bending, and walking.
• Valid driver’s license with availability to travel up to 85%.
• Familiarity with basic computer usage for data entry and service documentation.
• Class A CDL and welding experience are beneficial.

More About Us

Field Service professionals in Hitachi Energy’s Service Business gain hands‑on exposure to installed power equipment while working alongside experienced service and operations teams in active field environments.

• Opportunities to work on technologies that support the reliability of electrical infrastructure
• Collaboration with experienced field service personnel and transformer service teams
• 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 expected wage for this position is $36.815 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and job‑related qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Employment Opportunity Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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