National Transformer Technician - Travel & Oil Testing

Shermco Industries; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Shermco Industries is seeking a Jr. Transformer Technician in the United States. The role involves testing, repairing leaks, replacing gaskets on transformers and related equipment, and performing oil processing tasks.

Travel will be required for domestic and occasional international assignments. Applicants should have at least 3 years of transformer-related experience and a strong understanding of transformer oil processing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent education and experience.
• At least 3 years related experience.
• Excellent knowledge in transformer or insulating oil processing.
• Experience with Doble power factor test set desirable.
• Solid experience performing internal transformer inspections.
• Experience dressing out transformers and vacuum filling.
• Prefer NETA Certification (II, III or IV) or equivalent skills/experience to become NETA Certified.
• Must have general PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel; experience with PowerDB a plus.
• OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training a plus; training on each can be provided by Shermco.
• Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Test, repair leaks and replace gaskets on transformers
• Repair and/or replace radiators, bushings, and components on transformers, substations and cabinet, with OCB's
• Conduct internal inspections and perform repairs on automatic load tap changers
• Run a vacuum dehydrator
• Conduct oil process filtering or replacement

Skills

Electrical safety

Data entry

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Doble power factor test set

PowerDB

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Shermco Industries is seeking a Jr. Transformer Technician in the United States. The role involves testing, repairing leaks, replacing gaskets on transformers and related equipment, and performing oil processing tasks.

Travel will be required for domestic and occasional international assignments. Applicants should have at least 3 years of transformer-related experience and a strong understanding of transformer oil processing.