Remote LTC Technician: Power Grid Field Service

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Earth City (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA INC in Earth City, Missouri seeks an Associate Load Tap Changer (LTC) Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair LTCs and transformer equipment on the power grid. You will work with experienced technicians on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and field service activities.

This hands‑on role offers exposure to electrical testing, oil processing, and interpreting drawings and procedures, while documenting field activities with digital tools and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical school or coursework in electrical, mechanical, industrial, or related fields preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the United States.
• Experience in construction, maintenance, manufacturing, utilities, or field service is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical work on Load Tap Changers (LTCs) and transformer equipment under the direction of experienced technicians.
• Assist with preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, upgrades, and field service activities.
• Support electrical testing and diagnostic activities to identify equipment issues and improve reliability.
• Assist with oil processing and oil handling equipment operation.
• Read and interpret procedures, drawings, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Complete daily activity reports, service documentation, and customer reports accurately and on time.
• Utilize digital tools and software to document field activities and equipment condition.
• Collaborate with field crews, management, engineering teams, and customers to execute projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Willingness to travel

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school coursework in electrical/mechanical fields

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA INC in Earth City, Missouri seeks an Associate Load Tap Changer (LTC) Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair LTCs and transformer equipment on the power grid. You will work with experienced technicians on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and field service activities.

This hands‑on role offers exposure to electrical testing, oil processing, and interpreting drawings and procedures, while documenting field activities with digital tools and ensuring compliance with