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Hitachi

Transformer Field Service Technician (A)

South Boston, Virginia, United States of America · Full-time · Posted Aug 21, 2023

Experience
Minimum 9 years of professional work experience with a High School Diploma/GED, or minimum 7 years with an Associate Degree.
Education
High School Diploma/GED or Associate Degree.
Visa sponsorship
Candidates must already have work authorization permitting them to work for Hitachi Energy in the US.

About the job

Leads field crews performing transformer installation, repair, testing, maintenance, and inspection projects at customer sites across the United States.

What you'll do

  • Lead crews of 2 to 8+ technicians and coordinate project work with customers and subcontractors.
  • Perform electrical testing on transformers and reactors, and report project nonconformance.
  • Plan crew assignments and project needs while promoting compliance with safety and EHS requirements.

What they ask for

  • Thorough knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testing.
  • Knowledge of transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing, transformer designs, and internal components.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel 90%.
  • Work authorization permitting employment with Hitachi Energy in the US.

Nice to have

  • Proficiency with Load Tap Changer (LTC) maintenance and repair; welding on transformer tanks above and below oil; or a Class A CDL.

Tools

Load Tap Changer (LTC), TTR, SFRA, DRF

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