Field Service Technician - Transformer Install & Repair

Hitachi Energy; Tennessee; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Paid leave and flexible work

Career development programs

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a field service professional to install, maintain, and restore power transformers in challenging field environments. You will read electrical/mechanical drawings, perform on-site activities, and collaborate with customers to extend transformer life and ensure safe operation.

The role involves installation, commissioning, and maintenance, with travel up to 85% and physical work including lifting up to 50 lbs. Join a team focused on reliability and grid resilience.

Qualifications

• Work authorization to work in the United States.
• Associate degree with 2+ years of field experience or HS diploma with 5+ years.
• Broad knowledge of transformer field service operations and testing.
• Familiarity with transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing, and internal transformer components.
• Ability to travel up to 85% and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site and remote service activities including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, retrofits, and replacements.
• Support customer operations by addressing technical issues and anticipating service needs.
• Read and work from electrical and mechanical drawings, instructions, and technical manuals.
• Complete internal transformer work such as bushing connections, lead clearance, tapping, crimping, taping, and contoured joints.
• Repair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment as directed.
• Operate and maintain vacuum oil processing and oil handling equipment with direction, including completing required logs.
• Coordinate logistics for service jobs, including tools, resources, and spare parts.
• Contribute ideas for product and process improvements that enhance operations and customer service.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Field service experience

Electrical & mechanical knowledge

Valid driver's license

US work authorization

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a field service professional to install, maintain, and restore power transformers in challenging field environments. You will read electrical/mechanical drawings, perform on-site activities, and collaborate with customers to extend transformer life and ensure safe operation.

The role involves installation, commissioning, and maintenance, with travel up to 85% and physical work including lifting up to 50 lbs. Join a team focused on reliability and grid resilience.