Power Transformer Field Service Technician

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a Field Service Technician in Santa Fe Springs, CA to perform hands-on service work on power transformers at customer sites.

Responsibilities include installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair, and advanced service activities both independently and with direction, ensuring safe, reliable operation of critical power infrastructure. You will read drawings and manuals, perform mechanical and electrical tasks, and support lifecycle activities such as upgrades

Qualifications

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Associate Degree with 2 years of professional experience or High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of professional experience.
• Broad knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testing.
• Experience with transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing, and internal transformer components.
• Understanding of transformer construction and theory of operation, including bushings and current transformers.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel up to 85%.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site and remote transformer service activities, including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and replacements
• Execute mechanical and electrical tasks using technical drawings, manuals, and established service instructions
• Repair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment as directed
• Perform internal transformer work such as bushing connections, lead clearance, tapping, crimping, taping, and contoured joints
• Operate and maintain vacuum oil processing and oil handling equipment with direction, completing required service logs
• Coordinate logistics related to resources and spare parts needed for service jobs
• Support customer needs by understanding equipment condition and site requirements during service execution
• Identify potential service-related business opportunities through customer interaction and collaboration
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

Skills

Field service

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Driver's license

Education

Associate Degree

High School Diploma

Job description

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a Field Service Technician in Santa Fe Springs, CA to perform hands-on service work on power transformers at customer sites.

Responsibilities include installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair, and advanced service activities both independently and with direction, ensuring safe, reliable operation of critical power infrastructure. You will read drawings and manuals, perform mechanical and electrical tasks, and support lifecycle activities such as upgrades