Remote Field Service Technician - Electrical Substations

HITACHI ENERGY CZECH REPUBLIC S.R.O.; United States; Remote; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a Field Service Technician to support Transformer Service in the US. You will provide hands-on mechanical support at substations, inspect equipment, perform servicing and repairs, and analyze issues to propose optimal solutions.

The role requires extensive outdoor work, travel up to 85%, and lifting up to 50 lbs. The position emphasizes hands-on problem solving, data management of site visits, and operating VOPs and oil handling gear.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of professional work experience.
• Possession of a Class A CDL is a plus.
• Welding experience is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 85%.
• Must be able to work outdoors for extended periods in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and stand, stoop, bend, and walk for up to 12 hours per day.
• Candidate must already have work authorization to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical work in electrical substations.
• Inspect equipment, structures, and materials to identify issues.
• Service, repair, and adjust mechanical equipment.
• Analyze information to select the best solutions for customer issues.
• Engage in physical activities requiring dexterity and agility.
• Use computer software to manage site visit data.
• Operate and maintain Vacuum Oil Processors (VOPs) and oil handling equipment.
• Complete vacuum oil processing logs and support site transformer testers.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Outdoor work

Ladders climbing

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Vacuum Oil Processors (VOPs)

Oil handling equipment

Job description

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a Field Service Technician to support Transformer Service in the US. You will provide hands-on mechanical support at substations, inspect equipment, perform servicing and repairs, and analyze issues to propose optimal solutions.

The role requires extensive outdoor work, travel up to 85%, and lifting up to 50 lbs. The position emphasizes hands-on problem solving, data management of site visits, and operating VOPs and oil handling gear.